We're offering you a Potted Citrus Orange Tree for £32.99, saving you up to 34% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £49.99 (correct as of 27.03.2025).

Home-Grown Oranges

Citrus sinensis, the sweet orange tree, is prized for its glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant spring blossoms, and delicious fruit. This Panama variety brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your garden, thriving in containers on patios or bright conservatories.

• Growth & Appearance: Reaches up to 150cm (60") tall and 120cm (48") wide at maturity. Its lustrous green leaves remain vibrant all year, while clusters of white, highly scented flowers bloom in spring.
• Fruit: Produces sweet Panama oranges—perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or garnishing summer drinks. Edible blossoms offer an aromatic citrus accent to culinary creations.
• Hardiness: Hardy down to -10°C. Move outdoors from May to October for best fruiting; overwinter indoors or in a frost-free greenhouse.

Caring for Your Citrus Orange Tree

• Light: Prefers full sun—choose a sheltered spot outdoors in summer or a bright conservatory year-round.
• Soil: Requires well-drained, slightly acidic compost. Use specialist citrus or ericaceous compost for best results.
• Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.
• Feeding: Apply citrus feed from March to September; switch to winter feed from October onwards.
• Pruning: Prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches.
• Pests & Problems: Watch for aphids and scale insects; treat promptly if needed.

Design & Planting Ideas

• Create a Mediterranean-themed patio by pairing with olive trees, lavender, or rosemary.
• Add structure and fragrance near seating areas or entrances.
• Suits container gardens—move indoors during cold months for continued growth and protection.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time is spring or early summer when risk of frost has passed. Acclimatise gradually if moving outdoors after winter.
• How quickly will it fruit?
  Potted trees may produce flowers and fruit within the first year; regular feeding and full sun encourage better yields.
• What care does it need in winter?
  Move indoors before first frost. Place in a cool, bright spot and reduce watering until spring growth resumes.