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Sour Orange Tree – Naranj Shiraz – نارنج
Citrus × aurantium 'Persian Shiraz' Naranj Shiraz is a very delicious, tart flesh sour orange with seeds and fragrant flowers. Naranj fruits are traditionally used like lemon with fish and salad dishes. Our trees are over 13 years old and grandfathered in. Y...Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
PLEASE NOTE: CITRUS TREES ARE NOT SHIPPED OUTSIDE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Benefit And Care of Naranj – Sour Orange Trees
Sour orange trees, also known as Naranj trees, offer a multitude of benefits and require proper care to thrive. These vibrant and aromatic citrus trees not only enhance the aesthetics of any landscape but also provide an array of uses ranging from culinary delights to natural remedies.
One of the key benefits of sour orange trees is their fruit. The tangy and flavorful oranges they bear can be used in various culinary applications, adding a burst of refreshing taste to dishes, beverages, marmalades, and desserts. Additionally, the high content of vitamin C in sour oranges makes them a valuable addition to a healthy diet.
In addition to their edible fruit, sour orange trees also offer ornamental value. Their glossy green foliage and fragrant white flowers create an enchanting visual appeal in gardens or orchards. The pleasant aroma emitted by these blossoms further adds to the overall ambiance.
To ensure that your sour orange tree thrives and bears plentiful fruit, proper care is essential. Providing adequate sunlight exposure is crucial for optimal growth. Sour orange trees thrive best in full sun conditions where they receive at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular watering is important during the tree’s establishment phase and periods of drought. However, it’s important to avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot or other fungal diseases.
Pruning plays a vital role in maintaining the health and shape of sour orange trees. Regularly trimming dead or diseased branches promotes better air circulation within the canopy while stimulating new growth.
Lastly, protecting your tree from pests such as aphids or scale insects is crucial for its well-being. Regular inspection and appropriate pest control measures will help prevent infestations that can harm the tree’s health and productivity
Plant Care Information
Watering Basics
Irrigation Management Basics
Water Frequency – The frequency of water depends on seasonal weather conditions such as temperature, wind speed, and humidity, as well as factors like soil type and plant health. Sandy soils dry faster than clay soils.
In General
- Water newly planted trees 2 times per week during the Spring and Fall seasons.
- Increase the frequency when temperatures increase during the Summer
- Reduce frequency once temperatures drop in Winters
Quantity of Water – Provide enough water to saturate the soil around the tree’s roots, then drain to field capacity. Clay soils hold more water than sandy soils.
In General
- Give about 3 – 5 gallons of water for a 5-gallon size plant,
- 15 gallons of water for a #15-size container plant
- 25 gallons for a #25 depending on soil type.
Types Automatic Irrigation Systems – Help reduce operator error
Bubblers, sprinklers, and drips are the most common types of automatic irrigation systems. The duration a system is run depends on the emitter’s flow rate.
Fertilizer and Plant Nutrition
“NPK”
NITROGEN, PHOSPHORUS & POTASSIUM
NPK are the 3 macronutrients most used by plants and are represented numerically on the label. Apply this fertilizer with a higher ratio of Nitrogen to Phosphorus and Potassium in the Spring and Summer to promote plant growth. Use a fertilizer with a higher ratio of Phosphorus and Potassium to Nitrogen in the Winter or before plants flower to improve yields.
WHEN TO FERTILIZE
Use 8-4-4 every three months. Spring (March- April) through the fall
Use 3-12-12 Harvest Booster before plants flowering or during winter dormancy. (December – January)
HOW MUCH FERTILIZER
Apply 1 cup (150 grams) for every 1” diameter of the trunk or 15-gallon size Apply 2 cups (300 grams) for every 2” diameter of the trunk or 25-gallon size
HOW TO FERTILIZE
Instructions:
Winter Pruning and Summer Thinning
Prune your tree to allow light into its center for proper growth and fruit production.
Prune fruit trees in the Winter to maintain size and shape to prepare for Spring growth. Thin the tree in the Summer, and remove excessive fruits. Remove any dry twigs and branches. Cut off any new growth below the graft or very low in the tree, this will direct the plant’s energy to its main branches. Thin your trees during the Spring and Summer seasons to ensure the plant’s energy is directed as desired. Harvest ripe fruit to prevent undesired pests.
Harvesting and Pest Management
The basics of integrated pest management is cleanliness and the use of a combination of methods. This means we use of organic pesticide when the pest population reaches a threshold that requires action. Horticultural oils such as Neem oil is an organic pesticide that controls tiny, soft bodied insects. Use organic Bordeaux and Liqui-cop to manage fungus causing diseases such as powdery mildew, rust, and leaf-curls.
Keep a clean environment, free of weeds and dropped fruit that host insects or attract animals. Harvest when fruit reaches size and store indoors. Use repellants and bird netting to protect your harvest from other animals.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Citrus trees require at least 5 hours of direct sunlight for proper growth and fruit production
- Afternoon Sunlight is more intense than the morning sun, therefore stress and damage can result if there is a lack of sufficient water.
- Lack of water combined with highly reflective surfaces like cinderblock walls, patios, fencing, etc can exasperate the breakdown of chlorophyll resulting in yellowing leaves. This is due to the building up of heat, and loss of water causing stomates in the leaf to close.
- Proper irrigation frequency and quantity, along with cooling of surrounding areas can assist in negating the effects of intense sunlight.
- Additionally, creating shade can assist in preventing tree damage caused by excessive sunlight and heat build-up
