Citrus sinensis

Citrus sinensis: Characteristics and Care

The Citrus sinensis, popularly known as the orange tree, is an evergreen tree native to Asia, notable for its broad and rounded canopy, dense and shiny dark green foliage, and very aromatic white flowers (orange blossom), followed by its characteristic orange fruits.

Its robust habit, evergreen foliage, and generous fruiting make it one of the most emblematic and widely used citrus trees in ornamental gardens, as well as in rows and Mediterranean patios.

It prefers temperate climates and protection from frost; it tolerates heat well and benefits from regular watering, especially during flowering and fruiting.

At Ornacom, we directly cultivate each specimen, ensuring a balanced habit and abundant fruiting from the first years of planting.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

4/5 · alto — conservar humedad uniforme, aumentando en calor; sin saturación

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

9–11

Compatible climates

Csa, Cfa, Cwa, Aw subtropical

Tolerance to humid climate

4/5 · alta

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–6 m · crecimiento medio — menor sobre patrón enanizante

Pests

5/5 · muy alta — minador, pulgón, cochinillas, ácaros, mosca blanca y Phytophthora; control fitosanitario obligatorio

Pass

5/5 · muy alto — nutrición cítrica fraccionada de primavera a fin de verano, con Fe, Mg, Mn y Zn según análisis

  • Warning

High humidity is tolerable with ventilation; poor drainage promotes gummosis and Phytophthora.

Extended species profile

Verified cultivation data, designed so that any visitor can understand at a glance whether the plant is suitable for their climate and garden.

Crop

Exposure

Full sun or partial shade

Irrigation

4/5 · alto — conservar humedad uniforme, aumentando en calor; sin saturación

Soil / moisture

Fresh to moist; well-drained

Bloom

Mainly summer

Climate

USDA Hardiness

9–11

Compatible climates

Csa, Cfa, Cwa, Aw subtropical

Tolerance to humid climate

4/5 · alta

Maintenance

Development

4/5 · 3–6 m · crecimiento medio — menor sobre patrón enanizante

Pests

5/5 · muy alta — minador, pulgón, cochinillas, ácaros, mosca blanca y Phytophthora; control fitosanitario obligatorio

Pass

5/5 · muy alto — nutrición cítrica fraccionada de primavera a fin de verano, con Fe, Mg, Mn y Zn según análisis

  • Warning

High humidity is tolerable with ventilation; poor drainage promotes gummosis and Phytophthora.

Citrus sinensis

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