The Kumquat tree has glossy dark green foliage and tiny thorns along the branches. The tree can reach 8 to 15 feet high and can easily grow in warm places. This tree can endure cool weather, however, cannot survive below 20 degrees F. The tree bears yellow-orange Kumquat fruits that are sweet with a bit… Read more »
Summer and winter are the typical seasons for oranges and you can get different varieties during these times of the year. But what if you also want oranges in the fall? Good news, you can still have tasty oranges if you grow Satsuma trees. Besides its nature to bear fruits in the fall, a Satsuma… Read more »
Citrus enthusiasts constantly claim that Honeybell Tangelos are one of the sweetest, juiciest, and most flavorful citrus fruits you can find. But what is a Tangelo? Tangelo tree, scientifically named Citrus x Tangelo, is a sweet orange hybrid of any mandarin orange and grapefruit (or its parent the pummelo thus the name Tangelo, the portmanteau… Read more »
Lemon trees are monoecious, so they have both the male and female reproductive organs in the same tree. There are no independent lemon trees. Lemon trees can produce bisexual flowers that have both male and female sex organs in the same flower. How it Works During the blooming season, as the lemon tree blossoms and… Read more »
Lime is a citrus fruit, smaller than lemon, typically round, green in color, and contains acidic juice vesicles. They taste similar to lemons with a slight difference in scent and flavor. They are often used to add flavor and tang to foods and drinks. Today, Lime trees grow year-round in many countries like India, Mexico,… Read more »
Tangerines are easy-to-peel, reddish-orange hybrid citrus fruits which resulted from the cross-breeding of mandarin orange and pomelo. They are typically referred to as “baby oranges” because of their small size, flattened tops, and less rounded body. Tangerines are also more flavorful, sweeter, and less acidic than regular oranges making them a favorite among kids and… Read more »
Citrus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the rue family, which includes citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, grapefruits, pomelos, and limes. A Standard sized Citrus Tree can grow somewhere between 18 to 22 feet, whereas dwarf citrus varieties only grow to about 8 to 12 feet. Most citrus varieties are self-fertile,… Read more »
Yes, you read it right! Fruit cocktail tree really does exist. It is no fantasy and has been around since the 1990s – a single tree that produces a variety of fruits. It is done by grafting multiple fruit trees of the same type onto one root system. During the early days, fruit cocktail trees… Read more »
Lemon Lime trees are small subtropical evergreen citrus trees that belong to the flowering plant family Rutaceae. They are native to South Asia and are widely grown for their flavorful highly acidic fruits and aromatic leaves. Lemon Cultivars Each Lemon and Lime tree has its unique characteristic that can help you determine what type of… Read more »
Pollination is the process that changes a flower into fruit by transferring pollen from the male part of a flower to the female part of another flower. However, this isn’t always the way Orange trees produce fruits because these subtropical trees set fruit by both sexual and asexual means. Types of Oranges according to Fruit… Read more »
We share our homes with our adorable and lovable pets and it is only right that before we add something to our yards we make sure that it is safe and pet-friendly. One common question I hear from new home gardeners who would like to try growing lemon and lime trees in their backyards is,… Read more »
Orange trees are citrus cultivars that thrive in areas with a subtropical climate. In these areas summer is long and hot with much rain, while winter is mild without frost or freezing temperatures. Both standard and dwarf Orange trees flourish in full sunlight but can tolerate some shade. Although, they prefer to bask in the… Read more »
The Lemon Tree gives a bright ambiance and adds an aromatic fragrance to the air outside and inside our homes. You can grow a Lemon Tree indoors or outdoors with proper care and maintenance. There are many varieties of Lemon Trees which you can grow at home. Some of these Trees include the Dwarf Eureka… Read more »
Winter season can be tough for Orange Trees and although many are cold-hardy, they still need protection from the freezing weather. It is essential to educate yourself on how cold temperature affects your Orange or Citrus trees. Orange Trees can withstand temperatures between 35 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Trees that are bearing fruit can endure… Read more »
Lemon or Citrus Limon is a cold-hardy subtropical tree that is popular among commercial and home growers. The tree may be used as an accent to a beautifully landscaped lawn because of its evergreen foliage and ever-present blooms, while the Lemon fruits can be used for numerous food and beverage preparations. With its many uses… Read more »
Lemon trees are fun and easy trees to grow. Not only do they bear edible fruits with numerous uses, but they can also be planted as ornamental trees to beautify the landscape, provide shade during hot weather, and act as a natural air freshener to your entire garden. Maintaining the good health and wonderful shape… Read more »
