Citrus Fruits

Citrus fruits are a special group of fruits that are really juicy and taste tangy, making them extremely refreshing! They have a lot of Vitamin C which is beneficial to our body—they are often eaten as a healthy snack or made into fresh juice.

In this guide, we share how to grow oranges and lemons, two of the most popular citruses.

3. We encourage pruning citrus plants in late winter. Although you may be discouraged to hurt the beautiful leaves and stems, pruning lets the plant grow bigger and faster.

• How should you prune the plant? In its first 2-3 years, you should only snip off side shoots called “suckers”. These suckers typically grow sideways, branching off from the main stem.

4. Common citrus pests include Aphids and Whiteflies. These pests are really small, so the best method to get rid of them is by using neem oil spray, which you can make on your own.

Orange Cranberry Muffins are becoming increasingly popular for its unique, but delicious flavor. The main ingredients include orange juice and cranberries–the fresher the oranges, the tastier the muffins!

Did you know? A single citrus plant can have as many as 60,000 flowers, but only 1 per cent of those flowers will turn into fruit.

1. Always make sure to check whether the soil is dry before watering your citrus plants.

• Overwatering causes the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. You need to be especially mindful when watering young orange and lemon plants to ensure you get lots of fruit when the plant grows older.

2. The yellowing of citrus plant leaves is also an indication that the plant needs fertilizer (extra nutrients).

• The best organic fertilizers for citrus plants are high in nitrogen.

Recipes

References: Unsplash, UCCE Master Gardener, Sally’s Baking Recipes