Citrus sinensis

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Sweet Orange cultivars

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Thompson

 

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. Frost tender.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

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

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