Blood orange tree leaves are curling...it appears that they have some sort of bug...
This sounds like a case of scale bugs. This is very common on all citrus. You can scrape off what you can, and then spray neem oil, or any insecticide that suites you. Scale will cause these symptoms and more, so it is best to get them taken care of as soon as possible. Just don't spray neem oil in direct sunlight. This can cause burning to the leaves.
Here is a link to some article that will give you more information on making your own pest control, among other things: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/
I planted a blood orange tree about 3 years ago, and it has never had any blossoms. It also has not grown very much (maybe 1 foot since planted) Did I get a sterile tree or could it be the conditions, water or fertilizer? Thanks, Rod
It can take anywhere from 3 to 6 years to see a bloom realistically. If it has not grown much, then I would chalk it up to its growing conditions. These trees are relatively fast growing, and when they don't you can usually pin that to an issue.
This article will give you more information on what it takes to grow them: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/blood-orange-tree-care.htm
Hi, I have a blood orange tree in a pot it has leaves but no wood growth what can I do to get wood growth I just started to fertilize so any tips would help
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Thank you for sending us your gardening question.
Good general growing conditions, soil fertility and water management will in time provide for growth of the stem and branch structure, as well as the foliar crown, flower and fruit development.
In addition to an all-purpose or citrus-specific fertilizer, you may want to consider a root growth stimulation solution with kelp, humic substances, amino acids and micronutrients. A good root system is fundamental for uptake of water and nutrients.
This article will give you some basic information on fertilizing citrus.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/fertilizing-citrus-trees-best-practices-for-citrus-fertilizing.htm
Please let us know if you have any other gardening questions and happy gardening!
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live in tucson az. my plants bloom and then the blossoms fell off. small trees, i've only had them for 2 years. the leaves are a little yellow. i just now, sept 3rd went to ace hardware and bought organic fertilizer and put this around the drip line. is it too late to hope for fruit this winter ! thank you! maryanne
Yes, this does appear to be a fertilization issue, as well as possible underwatering. Be sure to keep the soil moist, and feed with a citrus fertilizer. Dolomitic Lime will help maintain proper pH levels in the soil as well. Here is a link that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/fertilizing-citrus-trees-best-practices-for-citrus-fertilizing.htm
I planted a ( Blood Orange Tree) about five years ago and as of now it has not bloom a single bloom can you help
If you are sure about the identity of the tree, from a reliable source, then the next thing I would check is if the foliar crown is originating from the grafted scion/stem and not from below the graft. If a sucker has grown up from below the graft and dominated the foliar canopy, then it will not be true to the grafted variety. This is a common issue.
The next considerations are soil fertility and water management. Nutrient deficiencies and water deficit can cause physiological stress and suppress flowering.
You don't state if it's in the ground or in a pot, but in any case a good citrus fertilizer may help:
https://www.downtoearthfertilizer.com/products/blended_fertilizer/citrus-mix-6-3-3/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/blood-orange-tree-care.htm
I planted 3 years ago, a little blood orange tree in our back yard, in Ventura, California. The tree has grown into a 5 foot tall, healthy looking specimen--but we have yet to see a single blossom on it. The leaves are nice and green, and it's a bushy tree about 3 ft wide now. I've done minimum pruning on it. It gets a deep watering about once a week---but I have'nt fertilized it yet. Does it normally take more than 3 years for it to start to bear fruit? thanks very much Kathryn
Fruit is expected 3 to 5 years after planting. Get going with the fertilizer, those trees are heavy feeders. See the articles below.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/blood-orange-tree-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/no-fruit-on-orange-trees.htm
Why do my blood oranges have a black on them? It washes off but not completely. It is the first time my 4 year old tree has grown fruit. I'm concerned to eat it and not sure if it is an issue and how to fix it.
It most likely is sooty mold and though unsightly, is not harmful in itself. And the fruit is safe to eat. However, it indicates you have an insect infestation. Read below how to manage the insects:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/sooty-mold-on-citrus-trees.htm