Citrus, Orange 'Republic of Texas'

Citrussinensis

Family
Rutaceae (roo-TAY-see-ee)
Genus
Citrus (SIT-rus)
Species
sinensis (sy-NEN-sis)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Height
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Trees
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By grafting
By budding
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Austin, Texas

Converse, Texas

Houston, Texas

La Porte, Texas

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Converse, TX | May 2010 | positive

Been living here in San Antonio for three years now and well coming from "The Valley" the winters are pretty harsh on citrus up here. I ...Read More

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