Live Orange tree | 6-12 inch | Variety: Satsuma

HOW TO GROW? 

🌞 1. Pick the Right Spot

• Sunlight: Needs 6–8 hours of full sun daily.

• Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic (pH 6.0–7.0). Avoid clay or soggy soil.

• Space: Give the tree room to grow—8–12 ft. apart if planting in ground.

🌱 2. Planting Instructions

• When to Plant: Spring or fall (avoid frost or extreme heat).

• How to Plant:

  1. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.

  2. Place the tree in the hole with the root crown slightly above ground level.

  3. Backfill with soil and water deeply.

Container Tip: Use a 15+ gallon pot with drainage holes and high-quality citrus soil mix.

💧 3. Watering

• New Trees: Water 2–3 times a week for the first month.

• Established Trees: Water deeply once a week.

• Container Trees: Check soil regularly—water when the top 2 inches are dry.

🍃 4. Feeding & Fertilizing

• Use a citrus-specific fertilizer (look for nitrogen, magnesium, and iron).

• Schedule: Start feeding 6 weeks after planting, then monthly from spring to summer.

• Stop fertilizing in fall and winter to let the tree rest.

✂️ 5. Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune in early spring to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.

• Avoid heavy pruning—it slows growth.

• Remove suckers (growth below graft line) regularly.

🐝 6. Pollination

• Most orange trees are self-pollinating—no need for another tree.

• Bees help increase fruit set if planted outdoors.

🍊 7. Fruit & Harvest

• First Fruit: May take 1–2 years after planting.

• Ripening Time: 6–12 months after flowering.

• How to Know It’s Ready: Taste test! Oranges don’t ripen off the tree, so don’t pick too early.

🛡️ 8. Pest & Disease Tips

• Watch for aphids, scale, and citrus leaf miners.

• Use neem oil or insecticidal soap for natural pest control.

• Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
  
  
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  BENEFITS 
  

  🍊 Benefits of an Orange Tree

  🌿 1. Fresh, Nutritious Fruit

  • Produces vitamin C-rich oranges right from your yard.

  • Contains antioxidants, fiber, and immune-boosting nutrients.

  • No chemicals—homegrown means healthier!

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  💰 2. Saves Money

  • Reduces trips to the store for fruit.

  • Long-term savings on fresh, organic oranges.

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  🌸 3. Beautiful & Fragrant

  • Glossy green leaves and white spring blossoms smell amazing.

  • Adds beauty and fragrance to gardens or patios.

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  🐝 4. Supports Pollinators

  • Orange blossoms attract bees and butterflies, helping the local ecosystem.

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  🧘 5. Therapeutic Value

  • Gardening and tree care reduce stress and promote mindfulness.

  • Harvesting your own fruit is rewarding and satisfying.

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  🌍 6. Eco-Friendly

  • Helps reduce your carbon footprint by growing locally.

  • Trees absorb CO₂ and produce oxygen—good for the planet!

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  🏡 7. Home Value & Shade

  • Adds value to your property as a productive, attractive tree.

  • Mature trees offer shade and improve outdoor comfort.