Calamansi
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Estimated Delivery:Aug 13 - Aug 17
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Free delivery in Dubai over AED 99 · UAE-wide over AED 200
Calamansi
🪴 Plant Care Guide
Buy the Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) in Dubai & UAE — a compact citrus, also known as calamondin, producing an abundance of small, tangy lime-orange fruit used in juices, marinades, and dressings. Glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant blossom make it both ornamental and productive, ideal for UAE patios, balconies, and containers. Discover more in our fruit plants collection, or browse the full outdoor plants range.
Why Grow Calamansi in the UAE
Calamansi is one of the most rewarding citrus plants for UAE home growers. It is naturally compact, fruits prolifically, and thrives in pots, making it perfect for balconies and small gardens. It loves the warm climate and full sun, flowering and fruiting almost continuously to give you a steady supply of tangy juice — a staple of Filipino and Southeast Asian cooking.
Key Benefits
- Heavy, near-continuous crops of tangy calamansi fruit
- Naturally compact — perfect for pots, balconies, and patios
- Fragrant blossom and glossy evergreen foliage
- Loves UAE heat and full sun
- Versatile fruit for juices, marinades, and dressings
Care Tips for the UAE
- Sunlight: Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct light for the best fruiting.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially in summer; container plants may need daily watering. Avoid waterlogging.
- Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic compost.
- Feeding: Use a citrus-specific fertiliser every 6–8 weeks during the growing season.
- Protection: Mulch to retain moisture; shelter young plants from harsh afternoon sun.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long until my calamansi fruits? Calamansi often fruits within its first year and crops repeatedly throughout the year.
Can I grow calamansi on a balcony? Yes — its compact size makes it ideal for pots and balconies.
What is calamansi used for? Its tangy juice is used in drinks, dipping sauces, marinades, and dressings.
Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.
🚚 Shipping Information
Orders are processed within 1–2 business days.
Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman & Umm Al Quwain: delivered within 1–2 working days. Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah & Fujairah: delivered on our scheduled van runs.
Free delivery in Dubai on orders over AED 99, and UAE-wide on orders over AED 200.
We work with trusted delivery partners to ensure safe and timely shipping.
🔄 Returns, Refunds & Cancellation Policy
Please check your plants when they arrive — returns are accepted at the time of delivery with the delivery agent.
Items must be in their original packaging. If a plant has been repotted or the original packaging is missing, a refund will not be possible.
Approved refunds are processed within 10 working days.