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Citrus sinensis Pers. or Pineapple Orange fruit tree,
a butterfly attractant |
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Citrus sinensis Pers.
(Pineapple Orange) |
Family: Rutaceae
Light: Full sun
Height: 25'
Blooms: Very fragrant, white, in mid-Spring
Fruits: Gold colored, medium size, ripens December till February
Foliage: Shiny, smooth, dark gree
Soil: Well-drianed, do not let dry completely
Water: Regular
Propagation: Grafting
Uses: Container, specimen, landscaping
Caution: Thorny
Comments:
Citrus sinensis Pers. or Pineapple Orange
is
an easy to grow beautiful tree loaded with big delicious sweet juicy
fruits that have flavor and smell of a pineapple flavor. This
variety is less susceptible to powdery mildew diseease. Citrus tree
is a host plant for the Giant Swallowtail butterflies.
USDA Hardiness Zones
: 8-11 |
