Orange
Citrus sinensis

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.


Picture illustrating Orange plant

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.

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