Sicilian citrus fruits beyond oranges
Alongside oranges, Sicily offers a wide variety of citrus fruits. Here are the ones we grow organically and ship fresh, just picked:
- Sicilian Lemons— untreated on the surface, with edible peelideal for zests, limoncello, desserts, and cooking; available for most of the year (primofiore and verdello).
- Mandarins and Clementines— sweet and easy to peel; these include the seedless Clementine Nova.
- Pink Grapefruit— pink pulp, juicy and fragrant, grown in the province of Siracusa.
- Bergamot— aromatic citrus fruit with a very fragrant peel, perfect for zests, herbal teas, desserts, and liqueurs.
- Cedars— with thick and fragrant peel, ideal for candied fruit, jams, and preserves.
- Special Citrus Fruits— rare and collector's varieties, according to season and availability.
Sicilian citrus seasonality calendar
Indicative availability calendarof our organic varieties:
In addition to oranges, we cultivate a wide range of citrus fruits available throughout the season: Clementines(from October to December), Mandarins(from November to February), Cedars(from November to January), Bergamot(from November to March) and Pink Grapefruit(from November to April). Lemons, finally, are available almost all year round, thanks to the primofiore and verdello harvests.
Why choose Arancebio organic citrus fruits
- Bioagricert certified organic, with annual controls on the citrus grove: zero synthetic chemicals.
- Short supply chain, direct from the producer: you buy directly from Azienda Agricola Magnano, without intermediaries.
- Hand-picked to order: citrus fruits are picked at the right degree of ripeness after your order.
- Shipping in 48 hoursthroughout Italy, for fresh, just-picked fruit.
- Edible peelon lemons, cedars, bergamot and grapefruit, untreated on the surface.
Frequently asked questions about Sicilian citrus fruits
What Sicilian citrus fruits can I find besides oranges?
Lemons, mandarins, clementines, pink grapefruit, bergamot, cedars and special citrus fruits, all organic and grown in Francofonte (SR). Oranges are available in the dedicated Sicilian Oranges collection.
What is the difference between a mandarin and a clementine?
The mandarin has more seeds and an intense aroma; the clementine is a hybrid between mandarin and bitter orange, sweeter, almost always seedless and easier to peel.
Do lemons and cedars have edible peel?
Yes. Our lemons, cedars and bergamots are untreated on the surface: the peel is edible and ideal for zests, candied fruit, limoncello and infusions. We recommend washing them before use.
How is bergamot used?
Bergamot is mainly used for its aromatic peel — zests, teas, desserts and liqueurs — while the juice, tart and fragrant, is excellent in cooking and for drinks.
When is the season for lemons, mandarins and clementines?
Clementines and mandarins are harvested in autumn-winter (October-February), pink grapefruit from November to April, while lemons are available almost all year round.
How are Arancebio citrus fruits shipped?
Hand-picked to order and shipped within 48 hours throughout Italy by courier, directly from the producer, to guarantee freshness and quality.
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