Hamlin Sweet Orange (Citrus x Sinensis ‘Hamlin’)
⚠ Citrus ships to Florida only ⚠
The Hamlin Orange is a Subtropical Evergreen Fruiting Tree with a rich-orange color, a sweet taste, and an early-season harvest. A member of the Citrus family, it came to existence in 1879, due to a chance seedling grown in Glenwood, Florida. This particular citrus is a jackpot for northern Florida farmers and has long been favored for its cold-hardiness, tolerating temperatures down to 18°.
It is grown best in the ground without the confines of a container and enjoys a well-draining, sandy soil. Fragrant white citrus blossoms create gorgeous ornamental landscaping which eventually leads to a tasty treat. With a thin rind and a fragrant aroma, the Hamlin Orange is a refreshing, scarcely seedy citrus variety with tender-flesh and medium sized fruits just waiting for you to bite into it!
Planting, cultural care, pruning, and harvesting are similar for all citrus plants, with a few slight variations. Generally, they are best planted in filtered sun with well-drained soil that can hold moisture and nutrients. Citrus trees a particularly high demand for nitrogen. If you’re fantasizing about long afternoons of picking fresh fruit from your personal citrus grove, keep this in mind: The key to growing citrus is setting it up for success from the start.
Plant Type:
Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree
Harvest Season:
Winter, Spring, Year-round
Main citrus fruit production will take place in late winter through spring, but may produce throughout the year
Mature Size:
7-30 ft
Mature size varies by citrus tree type. Overall, citrus varieties can be grown in containers and maintained at smaller sizes.
Soil & Moisture:
Well-drained, high fertility and good moisture-holding capacity; High nitrogen demands. Regular watering throughout the first year and throughout flowering and fruiting season.
Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Overall, citrus prefers slightly shady areas and has better fruit production in part shade lighting conditions.
Self-Fertile:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Medium
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Although their fruit provides a distinctly tropical twist to any drink or dish, Citrus trees trees are actually very cold hardy fruit trees, taking temperatures down to the low 20's!
Propagation:
Grafted and capable of producing fruit within 1 year.
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