Owari Satsuma trees fruit ripens in early winter, is seedless and easy to peel with excellent flavor. Owari Satumas are the hardiest of all mandarins with its thornless branches. Owari Satsumas can survive even down to 15 Degrees Fareheit. It will grow in most kinds of soil that are well-drained as since it is a small tree it can also be easily grown in pots in cooler areas. If growing it in a pot in colder areas, bringing it indoors from a little before the first frost to early spring. (USDA Zones 8-11)