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| Botanical Name | Citrus unshiu 'Okitsu Wase' |
| Description | The 'Okitsu Wase' is a standout Satsuma variety for the Willis and Houston area, celebrated for having one of the earliest harvest windows of any mandarin. This 3-gallon (3G) tree is a vigorous grower with a slightly more upright habit than other Satsumas. It produces medium-sized, seedless fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel rind and a flavor that perfectly balances high sugar content with low acidity. The fruit often ripens as early as late September or October, allowing you to enjoy your harvest before the arrival of winter cold snaps. To ensure the long-term health of your tree in Southeast Texas, you must protect from freeze (especially the graft). With its glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant spring blossoms, the Okitsu Wase is a beautiful and highly productive addition to any sunny backyard. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (8+ hours daily for maximum fruit quality and health) |
| Height x Width | 10-12' Height x 8-10' Width |
| Water | Moderate; requires deep, regular watering with excellent drainage. Satsumas do not like standing water, so ensure the soil dries slightly between waterings, especially in heavy clay. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Hardy to roughly 20-22°F once established, but winter protection is recommended) |
| Fertilization | Apply a specialized citrus fertilizer three times per year: February, May, and August. |
| Pruning | Minimal; remove any "suckers" growing from the rootstock below the graft line. Prune for shape in early spring after the threat of frost has passed. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
| Botanical Name | Citrus unshiu 'Okitsu Wase' |
| Description | The 'Okitsu Wase' is a standout Satsuma variety for the Willis and Houston area, celebrated for having one of the earliest harvest windows of any mandarin. This 3-gallon (3G) tree is a vigorous grower with a slightly more upright habit than other Satsumas. It produces medium-sized, seedless fruit with a thin, easy-to-peel rind and a flavor that perfectly balances high sugar content with low acidity. The fruit often ripens as early as late September or October, allowing you to enjoy your harvest before the arrival of winter cold snaps. To ensure the long-term health of your tree in Southeast Texas, you must protect from freeze (especially the graft). With its glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant spring blossoms, the Okitsu Wase is a beautiful and highly productive addition to any sunny backyard. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (8+ hours daily for maximum fruit quality and health) |
| Height x Width | 10-12' Height x 8-10' Width |
| Water | Moderate; requires deep, regular watering with excellent drainage. Satsumas do not like standing water, so ensure the soil dries slightly between waterings, especially in heavy clay. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Hardy to roughly 20-22°F once established, but winter protection is recommended) |
| Fertilization | Apply a specialized citrus fertilizer three times per year: February, May, and August. |
| Pruning | Minimal; remove any "suckers" growing from the rootstock below the graft line. Prune for shape in early spring after the threat of frost has passed. |
| Deer Resistance | Moderate |
