Orange Plant
Orange (Citrus sinensis) is a tree that grows 20-30 ft tall, hardy in USDA Zones 9-11, prefers well-drained, loamy soil, full sun, medium moisture, is edible, and has medicinal uses.
Habit
Tree
Height
4-6 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Asia, Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-80%
Potting media
Citrus mix
Fertilizers
12:06:12
Watering
Regular, deep watering
Plant Weight
100-300 g
Flowering Time
Winter, Spring
Soil Ph level
6.5 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.5 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Oranges (fruit)
NPK ratio
12:06:12
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
High in vitamin C, antioxidant-rich
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Citrus Greening, Alternaria Brown Spot, Phytophthora Root Rot, Greasy Spot.
Yellow shoots, mottled leaves, small bitter fruit Circular brown spots on leaves Yellowing leaves, dieback, root decay Yellowish-brown spots on leaves
Remove infected trees, control psyllid vectors Remove infected leaves, improve air circulation Improve drainage, avoid overwatering Neem oil, improve air circulation
Antibiotics (e.g., oxytetracycline), Copper fungicides, Fungicides with phosphorous acid, Fungicides with copper or sulfur.