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- Q.Tangerine Tree - I planted a tangerine tree about 2 weeks ago. Soon after planting, it started to droop. I water it every ...
- Q.Tangerines Have Too Much Acid - The trees have a real good crop for the second time. The fruit is a good size and color but ...
- Q.Tangerines - My tangerines are juicy but hard to peel this year. Never happened before.
- Q.Miniature Tangerine Tree - Black spots on the leaves of my dwarf orange tree. Loads of oranges, but no leaves. Garden shop said I ...
- Q.Tangerine Trees - Should you remove all the fruit off the tree or when is the latest time to remove the fruit?
- Q.Birds In Tangerine Tree - Tangerine tree is attracting chickadee birds . There can be at least be a dozen of them packing ...
- Q.Health Of A New Tangerine Tree. - I planted my tree 2 months ago. I live in vero beach florida. I fertilized the planting area as advised ...
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Tangerine on
April 6, 2016
Clermont FloridaQ.Tangerine tree
I planted a tangerine tree about 2 weeks ago. Soon after planting, it started to droop. I water it every day. Can you tell me what is wrong or what I should be doing to it?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 7, 2016A.If you live in 7 or above you can plant a Tangerine plant in the ground.
Zones below 7, you will need to plant your citrus in a pot so that it can be moved indoors during colder months.It is very important to water a newly planted tree. The soil should be moist but not soggy. Is the water draining? The roots must not sit in soggy soil.
Make sure you are watering deeply enough to reach all the roots.
Did you plant the tree at the same depth as it was in the previous pot?
Tamp the soil around the planting hole to make sure you do not have any air pockets around the roots.
2 to 3 inches of hardwood mulch around the planting area can help with moisture retention.
Here is a link with more care information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/tangerine/tangerine-tree-care.htm
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Anonymous on
February 4, 2017Q.tangerines have too much acid
The trees have a real good crop for the second time. The fruit is a good size and color but it didn't get very sweet. When you eat the fruit, the juice burns your lips.
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Downtoearthdigs on
February 4, 2017A.There are many factors that go into the flavor of the citrus fruit, including climate, harvesting, fruit variety and pruning.
The fruit need plenty of heat to produce the sugars needed to make the fruit sweet.
Oranges should be sampled before harvesting the entire tree, if they are still sour, allow them longer on the tree to ripen. Tangerines will not ripen further after harvest.
Some varieties of citrus are sour, these crops can be used to make jelly and jams.
Rootstock takeover is possible if the suckers are not trimmed from the tree. Rootstock is generally a more hardy and less tasty variety of citrus.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/tangerine/tangerine-tree-care.htm
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Rdrunnernana on
February 7, 2017
Citra fl 32113Q.Tangerines
My tangerines are juicy but hard to peel this year. Never happened before.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 8, 2017A.Nutrients in the soil could play a part in the Tangerine skins.
A soil test can help you determine if this is the case.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/tangerine/tangerine-tree-care.htm
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nancy.arseneault on
February 13, 2017
Peoria AZ Zone 13-14Q.Miniature tangerine tree
Black spots on the leaves of my dwarf orange tree. Loads of oranges, but no leaves. Garden shop said I was overwatering, but I didn't water until early January...filled basin with water once every 10 days to two weeks. No change. I fed and mulched tree February 1. Miniature tangerine tree (about 7 feet now). Excellent fruit and green leaves, but small, curling leaves at the very top. Filled basin February and fed and mulched tree. No change.
Answered by
Alisma on
February 13, 2017
Certified ExpertA.The most likely cause of the problems you see are sap-sucking pests. These can cause curling leaves, leaf loss, and the black spots you see, which are known as sooty mold. Please see these articles for advice:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/curling-citrus-leaves.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-honeydew.htm
http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn74108.htmlI am not sure what arrangement you have with the basin you mention. If your tree is in a container and the container is in a basin that you fill up, you are watering in a way that is likely to lead to root damage and salt buildup in the soil. Instead, you should water from the top and allow the water to drain freely through the drainage holes.
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wagsteam3 on
March 2, 2017
85331Q.Tangerine trees
Should you remove all the fruit off the tree or when is the latest time to remove the fruit?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 3, 2017A.Harvesting when the fruit tastes good, instead of relying on skin color is recommended.
The articles below have more information.https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/citrus/mandarins.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/tangerine/tangerine-tree-care.htm
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seymosm on
May 6, 2017
Bluffton South CarolinaQ.Birds in tangerine tree
Tangerine tree is attracting chickadee birds . There can be at least be a dozen of them packing on the branches throughout the day ? Is this causing any damage to the tree ? The tree looks very healthy and has dozens of tangerines growing.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
May 7, 2017A.Hanging old cd's and aluminum pie pans from the trees can help scare off the birds.
This article has a few more ideas.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/protect-fruit-tree-birds.htm
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scalhoun60 on
June 20, 2017
32966Q.health of a new tangerine tree.
I planted my tree 2 months ago. I live in vero beach florida. I fertilized the planting area as advised when I planted my tree. Its been watered pretty regularly but the leaves are light green with brown spots and curled. It just doesnt look healthy to me. Any advise?? I have pics if needed. Thanks Scott
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 22, 2017A.A stressed tree can drop leaves, but spots and curled leaves can indicate pests or disease.
Look for signs of pests; they can be very small.
Avoid water splashing unto the leaves; watering deeply and slowly with a small trickle of water at the drip line is preferred. Careful monitoring of moisture levels in the the first 3 months is recommended. Soil should dry slightly between waterings.
These articles have more information.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/oranges/leaf-curl-in-orange-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/tangerine/mandarin-orange-tree-care.htm
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