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- Q.When Does An Orange Tree Start To Produce Blossom? - Some years ago - I can’t remember how long, maybe six years or so - a friend gave me a ...
- Q.My New Orange Tree Isn’t Growing OR Dying? - I was gifted an orange tree and since transplanting it from pot to my garden soil about 4 months ago ...
- Q.How Can I Save My Orange Tree? - Hi all. I have an old navel orange tree in my backyard that has probably been there for 40-50 years. ...
- Q.My Orange Tree Produced Oranges This Winter, But It’s July And I Don’t See Any Blossoms Or Baby Fruit? - I have been getting LOTS of excellent oranges from my (probably dwarf?) in-the-ground orange tree for 11 years (since I ...
- Q.I Have An Orange Tree That Is Turning Yellow, What Should I Do? - So I got the orange tree from my boyfriend to take care of, and the leaves are turning yellow. I ...
- Q.25 Yr Orange Tree Drooping, No Spots No Bugs Water 48 Hrs - Orange tree was fine one month ago. I left for 2 weeks and came back to a tree that was ...
- Q.Potted Valencia Orange Tree - Any advice as to how to care for a potted Valencia orange tree about One and a half years old? ...
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karasea on
June 1, 2022
GloucesterQ.When Does An Orange Tree Start To Produce Blossom?
Some years ago - I can’t remember how long, maybe six years or so - a friend gave me a small pot plant standing about six inches high, and told me it was an orange tree. I’ve kept it in a pot indoors and it is now over three feet high. It grows new leaves (and lots of thorns!) but has never blossomed. Is that likely to ever happen?
Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 1, 2022
Certified ExpertA.If it does flower, it can be up to 15 years before you see them, unfortunately. You can shorten this time if you purchase a grafted specimen then this can be much shorter.
I would be sure to pot it up on occasion.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/orange-tree-container-care.htm
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karasea@me.com on
June 1, 2022A.Thank you for answering, BushDoctor. I didn’t realise it could take that long! Obviously need to be patient.
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- Asked by
Annievdm on
June 25, 2022
Perth, 6061Q.My New Orange Tree Isn’t Growing OR Dying?
I was gifted an orange tree and since transplanting it from pot to my garden soil about 4 months ago it has shown no signs of new growth nor has it started to die. It has literally not changed since planting. It was only a new tree when I got it (I estimate 2-3 years old and not bearing fruit). I used a specific citrus soil when I planted it and watered it well without overwatering. What’s happening here? I’d love for it to grow or even show one new shoot!
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 27, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Hm... Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see any clues as to why this may be happening. I would keep a very close eye on watering, as overdrying and overwatering, or improper watering can be the cause of a slow tree.
This article will help you to monitor moisture in your soil:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
This collection of articles will give you more information on orange trees:
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Philibuster on
June 28, 2022
91607Q.How Can I Save My Orange Tree?
Hi all. I have an old navel orange tree in my backyard that has probably been there for 40-50 years. When we bought the house the tree had been neglected and was only producing about a dozen oranges. Over the years we were able to get it to thrive again with regular watering and removal of dead branches. This year our harvest was much smaller than usual and in the springtime the new leaf growth we are accustomed to was almost non existent. It has been very hot the last few weeks here in the San Fernando valley of Los Angeles but while regular watering has worked with my lime tree and other potted fruit/vegetables, my orange tree isn’t looking great. Today I noticed a hard flaking/scaling almost fungus looking substance on one of the main trunks and wonder if that could be some kind of disease or if there’s anything else to do. I fertilized with organic fertilizer around Memorial Day. The dirt in my yard is generally not quick draining
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 28, 2022
Certified ExpertA.These are very old diseases on very old dead wood, unfortunately. This tree is on its way out. You can slow down the damage with general fungicides, but there are a couple of fungi that I see that have infiltrated the tree, unfortunately.
Enjoy what it does produce on its way out, but if it starts to fall apart, then it may be necessary to cut it down.
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July 5, 2022Q.My Orange Tree Produced Oranges This Winter, But It’s July And I Don’t See Any Blossoms Or Baby Fruit?
I have been getting LOTS of excellent oranges from my (probably dwarf?) in-the-ground orange tree for 11 years (since I acquired this townhouse in San Jose, California). It looks very healthy. Over the past 11 years, I had never fertilized it, and soaked it about three times a summer. (I know.) It has always had lots of great oranges...but I just noticed that it's early July and I don't see any blossoms or baby oranges. Is this a problem? Am I going to be orange-less come Jan/Feb? I actually never pay attention to it...but I was just given a potted lime tree and a box of citrus fertilizer...and now, suddenly "I care"! Please help me!! Thank you so much!!
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 13, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Your orange tree may need a fertilizer application. These articles should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/growing-an-orange-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/no-fruit-on-orange-trees.htm
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gracesang on
September 19, 2022
85201Q.I Have An Orange Tree That Is Turning Yellow, What Should I Do?
So I got the orange tree from my boyfriend to take care of, and the leaves are turning yellow. I put some fertilizer sticks in the soil. It is potted, he gets sun from sunrise until 3pm. What should I do?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 20, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Make sure to test the soil pH, and nutrient content. If the ratios are not correct, and there is more or less of one than there should be, then it will result in the problems that you see.
Another thing to consider is the size of the container. Ultimately, they will be happy in about 15 to 20 gallons, or so. Even then, you will find that you need to lift for root pruning every few years.
Soil moisture is important, as well. Overwatering will cause these symptoms.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/orange-tree-container-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
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Anonymous on
August 7, 2023Q.25 Yr Orange Tree Drooping, No Spots No Bugs Water 48 Hrs
Orange tree was fine one month ago. I left for 2 weeks and came back to a tree that was drooping and looked like it was trying to die. I water every 48 hrs because Of the high temps, between 95-105. But that is normal where I live. It isn't hotter than normally. Last year the oranges were huge (grapefruit size) this year the size of limes ! No spots and no bugs, at least not any visible. I love this tree and need help and advice !
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
August 11, 2023
Certified ExpertA.Was anyone watering it while you were gone? If not, that may be the issue. The roots were used to constant water and suddenly, none.
Continue to water as you have been, if that is how you watered last year. Normally, fruit trees do better watered less frequently, but more deeply, to encourage deep roots.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/diseases-in-orange-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/growing-an-orange-tree.htm
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Wally Cavazos on
August 13, 2023
78245Q.Potted Valencia Orange Tree
Any advice as to how to care for a potted Valencia orange tree about One and a half years old? We are experiencing extremely hot weather.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 14, 2023
Certified ExpertA.There is quite a bit to know about caring for a citrus in container. Because of the heat, you will want to reduce the amount of sun that it gets by putting it in the shade during the hottest portion of the day. Extra watering may be needed, as well.
I will let these articles explain in detail:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/orange-tree-container-care.htm
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