Citrus sinensis
Sweet Orange cultivars
Description
This tree will grow 20-30' high x 10-15' wide and produces sweet, tasty oranges. It has shiny green, leathery foliage and produces clusters of fragrant white flowers that bloom in the spring.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
Orange
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees, Messy
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Silhouette, Specimen, Standard
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.