Hardy Orange
Common Names: Hardy Orange, 'Flying Dragon'Latin Name: Poncirus trifoliata 'Flying Dragon'
General Info
- Native to China, Korea.
- Used as a base for like all citrus grown in US.
- Flying dragon is dwarfed in size.
- Flowers in spring.
- Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun.
- All kinds of weird things people do with the fruits.
Soil Requirements
- Doesn't really seem to care about soil acidity or alkalinity.
- Good drainage is essential.
Water Requirements
- It is drought tolerant, but will require some water during bouts of extra dry weather.
- I guess regular water, but not too much.
Fertilization
- Fertilize only when plant is growing new leaves (rule I saw for citrus in general)
Pruning
- Prune as needed after flowering.
Seasonal View
Spring
- Fertilize as new leaves start?
- Starts flowering
- Prune as needed after flowering.
Fall
- I think the oranges should be starting to ripen now. They are probably yellow in color.