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Sweet Orange

Citrus Sinensis

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Overview

The Citrus sinensis, commonly known as the Sweet Orange, is prized for its fragrant, white blossoms and vibrant, spherical fruit. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-draining soil. Mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet. Regular watering promotes juicy oranges, which are rich in vitamin C. This evergreen adds a lush, tropical feel and provides year-round interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Type TreeClimate Mediterranean
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — commonly known as the Sweet Orange; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 43
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — The trees are hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11 and require consistent watering to establish deep root systems, image 117Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — are also a beautiful addition to any landscape design; dual-purpose addition to their environment, image 135Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — and the Asian citrus psyllid; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 79Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 109Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — and the Asian citrus psyllid; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 142Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — commonly enjoyed for their sweet and tangy fruit; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white, image 134+180

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rutaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — commonly known as the Sweet Orange; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 43
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — The trees are hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11 and require consistent watering to establish deep root systems, image 117
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — are also a beautiful addition to any landscape design; dual-purpose addition to their environment, image 135
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — and the Asian citrus psyllid; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 79
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 109
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — and the Asian citrus psyllid; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 142
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — commonly enjoyed for their sweet and tangy fruit; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white, image 134
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Inform clients of the delight in plucking fresh oranges directly from their own garden; glossy leaves and the, image 59
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — tree with white blooms; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white blossoms against the dark, image 167
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — is prized for its fragrant; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white blossoms against the dark green
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — It is essential for gardeners to monitor for common citrus pests such as aphids; dual-purpose addition to their, image 99
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — are also a beautiful addition to any landscape design; dual-purpose addition to their environment, image 72
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — commonly enjoyed for their sweet and tangy fruit; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white blossoms
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — tree for full or half; dual-purpose addition to their environment
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — These evergreen trees add a splash of vibrant color with their lush; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height, image 73
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Inform clients of the delight in plucking fresh oranges directly from their own garden; glossy leaves and the appealing
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — tree for full or half; dual-purpose addition to their environment, image 63
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — although they are moderately drought-tolerant once mature; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a, image 97
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Orange Cultivars (Citrus sinensis); mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height with a spread of 15-20 feet, image 133
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — This evergreen adds a lush, tropical feel and provides year-round interest; dual-purpose addition to their, image 69
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — tree with white blooms
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — Inform clients of the delight in plucking fresh oranges directly from their own garden; glossy leaves and the, image 164
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — tree with white blooms; glossy leaves and the appealing contrast of their fragrant white blossoms against the dark, image 62
Sweet Orange (Citrus Sinensis) — These evergreen trees add a splash of vibrant color with their lush; mature trees can reach 20-30 feet in height, image 136
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