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Orange Geiger Tree

Cordia Sebestena

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Overview

The Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia sebestena), a visually striking ornamental, features bold orange blossoms and lush, broad leaves. This evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and spreads up to 20 feet. It prefers full sun and adapts to various soil types. Ideal for zones 10b-11, it serves as an accent or shade tree and is salt-tolerant, making it suitable for coastal settings. Regular watering promotes optimal growth.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Arid

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — It prefers full sun and adapts to various soil types; this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and, image 61

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 20–30 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Boraginaceae
Climate: Arid

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Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — the Orange Geiger Tree is relatively low-maintenance; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — making it suitable for coastal settings

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — which bloom throughout the year; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without, image 98

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — Regular watering promotes optimal growth; making it a reliable and resilient choice for a fuss-free garden addition

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — botanically known as Cordia sebestena; this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and spreads up to, image 65

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — white flowers in the garden; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without overwhelming, image 110

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — and can withstand brief spells of drought once established; making it suitable for coastal areas

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — making it suitable for coastal settings; making it suitable for coastal areas

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — and can withstand brief spells of drought once established

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — requiring little pruning to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth; making it suitable for coastal, image 107

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — a visually striking ornamental; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without overwhelming the space

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — It does not have significant pest or disease issues

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — The Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia sebestena); this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and spreads up to 20 feet

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — a visually striking ornamental; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without, image 58

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — its foliage consists of broad; this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and spreads up to 20 feet, image 97

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — making it suitable for coastal areas

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — It prefers full sun and adapts to various soil types; this evergreen reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and spreads up

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — withstanding minimum temperatures of 30 to 40°F.<br><br>In terms of maintenance; this evergreen reaches, image 105

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — is a valuable asset to any tropical or subtropical landscape design; allowing it to comfortably fit into, image 66

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — making it suitable for coastal areas; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without, image 102

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — making it suitable for coastal areas; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without overwhelming the

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — shrub with white blooms; making it suitable for coastal areas, image 83

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — white flowers in the garden; allowing it to comfortably fit into residential gardens without overwhelming the space

Orange Geiger Tree (Cordia Sebestena) — it serves as an accent or shade tree and is salt-tolerant

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