Patio Orange Tree | Sweet Orange
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Patio Orange Tree
Sweet Orange
- Ever wanted to grow your own oranges? Well, there’s nothing stopping you! With our compact, patio orange tree, you’ll be dishing out half-time segments at the footy before you know it.
- Trained as a mini standard, these plants feature a strong, clear stem and a bushy head of evergreen foliage. Throughout the year, perfectly-perfumed white blossoms emerge, with some going on to set fruit.
- Although slow to ripen, these fruits are most definitely worth the wait, tantalising the tastebuds with their sweet and tangy citrus flavour. Eat your oranges fresh, juice them or use them to bake and cook with.
- Hardy by citrus standards, your plant will still need to be brought indoors or under glass during the cold winter months. This makes it perfect for growing it in a pot on your patio, terrace or balcony, where it can be moved.
- Perfect for Mediterranean planting schemes, why not plant your orange tree alongside other sunny favourites, like star jasmine, lavender and agapanthus?
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Patio Orange Tree thrives in a pot, which is highly recommended in the UK. Keeping it in a container allows you to easily move the plant indoors or into a greenhouse or conservatory when temperatures drop below 5°C during the colder months. Plant it in a specialist citrus compost and ensure the pot provides excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
How big does it get?
It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres, making it ideal for patio containers and conservatories.
How much sunlight does this need?
It thrives in full sun and needs at least 6 to 8 hours of bright light daily, meaning you should move it outdoors in summer and keep it in a bright, cool room (above 5°C) in winter.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
This citrus tree requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil, so you should use a specialist citrus compost or a mix of loam-based compost and bark.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water freely in summer but allow the top 2cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Use rainwater if possible. Reduce watering in winter.
Will this plant need pruning?
Minimal pruning required. Thin out crowded branches in spring to allow light into the centre and maintain a tidy shape.
How hardy is this plant?
The sweet orange is a tender patio tree (H1C) that is not frost-hardy in the UK. It requires a warm, sunny position outdoors during the summer but must be overwintered in a frost-free greenhouse or conservatory when temperatures drop below 5°C.
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