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Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia'

Family Rutaceae
Plant Type fruit
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 ft)
Spread 2.4 - 5.5 m (8 - 18 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia' (orange) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late winter to mid-spring. This fruit is rounded in form and has deep green foliage that is glossy, medium textured, evergreen and fragrant. The fruit produced by Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia' (orange) is showy and fragrant. The stems are smooth in texture and fragrant. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning fruit which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, fruit, hedge, specimen, screening, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia' . Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Thorns can make Citrus sinensis 'Marrs Valencia' (orange) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.