ORANGE TREE
The Orange Tree (Callistemon), belongs to the Myrtaceae family. Orange plants get their name from the spikes of flowers that bloom at the ends of the stems, bearing a strong resemblance to the Paperbark melaleucas
Planting & CareÂ
Sunlight: The orange tree thrives in full sun and needs plenty of direct sunlight to produce the striking brush-like flowers.
Soil:Â Orange trees and shrubs need a well-drained soil that maintains a consistently damp condition. B
Watering:Â This plant should be moderately watered when it is youngÂ
Temperature:Â This plant likes to be kept warm
Fertilizer:Â This plant will benefit from a monthly feeding during warmer months of a fertilizer high in phosphorus like10-10-10 fertilizer
Pruning:Â The Orange tree only requires a light pruning. Trim off overgrown shoots and shape the plant with pruning shears in the fall once the flowers are finished blooming.
