citrus cross-pollination

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  1. Orchardoflife

    Orchardoflife New Member

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    Does anyone know if it's possible for a clementine mandarin to cross pollinate a sunburst tangerine tree? I also have a Washington navel orange. I've read that the sunburst tangerine requires a cross pollinator and I'm unable to find any information on whether the clementine mandarin is a possible pollinator. I did read your comments about the acid and was wondering if that would work for my situation if the clementine mandarin is not a compatible pollinator? Thanks so much
     
  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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  3. Junglekeeper

    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    From what I've read Sunburst will still produce fruit but less than when pollinated. On the upside the fruit will be less seedy. The following documents may be of interest even though they don't provide answers to your questions:
     

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