★The orange tree is an evergreen citrus tree with a life span of 50-60 years. Some well-groomed orange trees can live up to 100 years or more. The orange plant (Citrus x sinensis) belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is a flowering tree and can range in height at maturity from 16 to 50 feet (5 to 15 m). The orange tree is grown mainly for its fruit, but also for its flowers and as a decorative element. Brazil is the world leader in the production of oranges, with more than 1 orange for every 4 oranges produced in the world. However, the United States, Mexico, India and China are also good orange producers.
★Learn all about the orange tree and also:
1.) Orange Tree Information
2.) Orange Health Benefits
3.) Orange Fruit Facts
4.) How to grow Orange Trees from seed
5.) How to grow an Orange Tree from cuttings
6.) Growing Orange Trees for Profit
7.) Orange Tree Climate & Soil Requirements
8.) Choosing Orange Tree variety
9.) Orange Tree Propagation & Pollination
10.) Planting Orange Trees
11.) Orange Tree Fertilizer Requirements
12.) Orange Tree Water Requirements
13.) Pruning Orange Trees
14.) Orange Tree Harvest & Yields
15.) Orange Tree Diseases and Pests
16.) Q&As Orange Tree
