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Citrus sinensis

'Hamlin'


Hamlin Sweet Orange




Family
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Species
sinensis
Cultivar
'Hamlin'
Category
Tropicals, Woody
Type
Tree (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
9 -11
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cold season protection under glass.
RHS Hardiness Zone
H4 - H1c
Temperature (°C)
(-10) - 10
Temperature (°F)
14 - 50
Height
4 m
Spread
3.5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
AugustSeptemberOctober
Cultivation
Grows best in full sun with slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply, and water well once the fruit is set, or the fruit will fall off. Shelter from strong winds.
Shape
Rounded crown.
Growth
Medium
Pests
Xylella a bacterial disease is a serious threat to many horticultures crops due to its virulence and wide range of species it can infect. It can infect more than 560 species with wide ranging symptoms including leaf scorch, yellowing and scorching, wilt, branch and twig dieback and plant death. These symptoms can be identical to other symptoms such as drought and weather stress. Infected plants show symptoms within a few years after planting.
Leaf Description
Leaves are leathery, glossy green and oblong to oval in shape.
Flower Description
Fragrant flowers.
Fruit Description
The fruit is small, smooth, and juicy.
Notable Specimens
Pinewood Estate, Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer)
Edible fruit.
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