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Blood orange
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Fact sheet

Botanical nameCitrus sinensis

“Citrus sinensis” — Blood Orange Plant Care & Growing Basics: Water, Light, Soil, Propagation etc. | PlantIn and 3 more

FamilyRutaceae

“Rutaceae” — Blood Orange | Plot Buddies and 2 more

WaterModerate

“Moderate” — Blood Orange | Plot Buddies and 1 more

Soil pH5.5–6.5

“A mildly acidic pH of 5.5 to 6.5 is optimal” — Blood Orange Care, Problems & Safety - Smart Garden Experts

Height138–360 in

“10 to 20 feet (3 to 6 meters)” — Blood Orange Plant Care & Growing Basics: Water, Light, Soil, Propagation etc. | PlantIn and 2 more

Ready whenCrimson flesh with berry undertones. Needs cool nights for color.

“Crimson flesh with berry undertones. Needs cool nights for color.” — Blood Orange | Plot Buddies and 2 more

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