Growing Guide: Gin Berry

 

Attribute Details
Botanical Name Glycosmis pentaphylla
Common Names Gin Berry, Orange Berry
Family Rutaceae
Origin Tropical Asia and Australia
Traditional Uses Culinary, Ornamental
Plant Type Tropical Perennial Evergreen Fruit Tree/Shrub
Life Cycle Perennial Evergreen
Mature Size Up to 13 ft. tall
Light Full Sun
Water Needs Moderate
Soil Rich, well-draining soil
Bloom Time Seasonal
Flower Color White
USDA Zones Outdoors 10–12 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Florida Native No
Propagation Seed
Seasonal Traits Evergreen
Self-Fertile Yes
Growth Rate Fast
Harvest Season Year-round
Time to Harvest 1–3 years from seed

Mature Size:

Up to 13 ft. tall


Soil & Moisture:

Rich, well-draining soil.

Light Requirements:

Full Sun


Self-Fertile: 

Yes


Growth Rate: 

Fast


Zone Hardiness: 

Outdoors 10-12 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+ 


Propagation: 

Our Gin Berry is grown from seed and is capable of fruiting 1-3 years.