Sweet orange (Citrus × sinensis) – care guide

Botanical fact sheet

Citrus × sinensis

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Common name: Sweet orange
Taxonomy: Family: Rutaceae · Genus: Citrus

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How it thrives

Partly general data for the genus Citrus

Watermedium

Lightfull sun

Humiditymediumgeneral genus data

Min. temperature3 °C

Dry winter rest · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●●○○ · general genus data⚠ May be toxic to pets / people · general genus data

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Citrus tip: Overwinter bright and cool (5–12 °C); hard water causes yellow leaves (iron deficiency).

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At a glance

Sweet orange – what to know

Sweet orange (Citrus × sinensis) belongs to the genus Citrus (Rutaceae); there is no species-specific data yet. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: medium; min. 3 °C. For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

All Citrus species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Sweet orange?

Moderately: water when the top 2–3 cm of soil is dry, and never let it sit in standing water.

How much light does Sweet orange need?

It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.

How cold can Sweet orange get?

Keep it above 3 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.

Is Sweet orange toxic to cats and dogs?

For cats: mildly toxic; for dogs: mildly toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.

When does Sweet orange flower?

According to the general guideline for the genus Citrus: Typical flowering time: March, April, May.

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When does it really bloom?

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Average watering interval

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