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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...
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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
How To Water
The quantity and frequency of water to provide is based on the tree’s maturity – Fully saturate most soils with water once per week during the early spring. Increase to twice per week as the weather warms. Water 3 times per week or more during hot summers. Provide about 5 gallons of water for a 5 gallons size plant, 15 gallons of water for a #15-size container plant, and 25 gallons for a #25 depending on soil type. Sandy soils can hold less water required more frequently, while clay soils can hold more water and require less frequent irrigation. Young trees with less developed roots require water more frequently while mature plants with developed roots will require less frequent watering.
Fertilizer and Plant Nutrition
Fertilize your tree every 3-4 months. Use a complete balance fertilizer with a 1-1-1 or 2-1-1 NPK ratio during the Spring and Summer growing season, and a formula with more phosphorus and potassium before the tree flowers to improve fruit production and development.
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
Plant Trees under at least 4-6 hours of direct morning sunlight in fertilized soil that drains well. Provide enough water to saturate roots at the right frequency to develop good-quality fruits. To grow healthy trees, trim using proper techniques at the right time to prevent biotic pest problems and protect from abiotic Stresses like wind and heat. Sunlight Sensitive plants can burn if they receive direct afternoon sunlight in hot climates due to heat stress. Use shade to prevent this damage.