Author: Elvira Bowen

Orange trees need a warm, sunny, sheltered position outdoors in summer (mainly from early to mid-June until the end of August in most parts of Britain) and a well-lit position indoors for autumn, winter and spring – preferably a cool greenhouse or conservatory. Where is the best place to grow oranges? Gardeners in the warmest […]

Trees that were not fertilized prior to the bloom period often drop excess number of blossoms, especially if soil fertility was extremely low. The tree is reacting in a natural manner – it is ridding itself of a burden. Improper irrigation is also responsible for blossom drop. Why are my baby oranges falling off the […]

Orange blossoms are among the richest sources of nectar for honeybees. Under the right conditions of warm sunny weather in April in Southern California, a strong colony can easily make 60 pounds of honey. Is orange blossom honey from bees? Orange blossom honey is a variety of monofloral honey produced when bees collect nectar and […]

An urgent effort is underway in Riverside to preserve a 143-year-old orange tree that birthed California’s citrus industry. RIVERSIDE, Calif. Who brought the first orange tree to Riverside? Eliza TibbetsEliza Tibbets and the Parent Navel Orange Tree Luther Tibbets was one of the earliest settlers of Riverside arriving in 1870. After settling, Eliza wrote to […]

Oranges have traditionally been harvested in winter, but new variety creation and cultivation techniques now allow for harvest almost all year. Generally, early-season varieties are ready for harvest between October and January, mid-season between December and February and late-season between March and June. What season do oranges grow in? The ideal season for cultivation of […]

The pith of oranges and other citrus fruits is the stringy, spongy white stuff between the peel (or zest) and the fruit. Most people strip it away before eating oranges, because they think it is bitter or inedible. Orange pith tends to be chewy, but it’s tasteless not bitter. What is the white stuff in […]

Once the peel and pith have been removed, lay the orange on its side and cut it into slices, as thick or thin as you like. You can also cut your orange into sections, or supremes, by making slices on either side of the membrane that separates the orange sections. Why do oranges come in […]

drink 3 or more cups daily. A study done with men with high blood pressure showed that drinking orange peel tea over a 4 week period lowered their blood pressure because orange peel contains a powerful anti-inflammatory hesperidin. Is drinking orange peel tea good for you? Orange Peel Tea Can Support Healthy Skin The vitamin […]

Boil Orange Peels for Scent Cinnamon sticks, whole cloves or star anise. Sprigs of rosemary, mint or thyme. Bay leaves. Sprigs of pine needles. Other citrus, such as lemon, lime and grapefruit. Fresh lemongrass or ginger. Vanilla, peppermint or almond extract. Essential oils, such as lavender, peppermint or tea tree. How do you use orange […]

‘Prince of Orange’ Oriental Poppy (Papaver orientale ‘Prince of Orange’) has huge bright-orange flowers with crepe paper-like petals that light up the late spring garden. It is easy-to-grow and long lived. It thrives in clay and loves cold winters. Is there an orange poppy? Orange Poppy Species Its flowers bloom in orange, and some cultivars, […]

Inside the cells of citrus fruit peels there are flammable oils and other carbon compounds, including alcohol. The oils give the citrus fruit peels their typical smells – the same smell that is left on our hands after peeling such a fruit.,These oils also protect the fruit from pests. Why do orange peels make my […]

Use orange peel to get baking! Zest up your meals. Use orange zest in recipes for a delicious, fresh tangy hit – they’re great in cakes and salad dressings. Stop brown sugar hardening. Make candied orange peel. Make orange peel-infused olive oil. Drink it in tea. Turn it into a sponge. Remove water spots. Polish […]

spring. Fruit Production Oranges begin to develop flower buds in early winter. They develop slowly through the late winter into spring, usually blooming in April, and so many flowers are produced that up to 99 percent of them fall off without setting fruit. How long does orange blossom bloom? The orange blossom often begins blooming […]

While some cuttings root easily in water, others do not. Root growth hormones encourage root development, and some also contain fungicides and other ingredients to give the cuttings an even better chance of propagating. How do you grow orange tree from branch cuttings? Strip off the leaves on the bottom one-half of the branch, and […]

Orange trees need a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.5, which is slightly acidic to neutral range. Which soil is best for oranges? loamy soilsDeep well drained loamy soils are the best for the cultivation of sweet orange. Heavy soils, if well drained, yield good crops but cultivation becomes difficult. The pH of soil should […]

Whole oranges will keep for a few days to a week at room temperature, so you can go ahead and store them on the counter or in the pantry if you plan to eat them quickly. The best way to store whole oranges, though, is in the fridge. How do you preserve oranges without refrigeration? […]

The white “stuff” is called pith and it pulls away easily. Is it OK to eat the white stuff on oranges? Next time you snack on an orange and eat a bit of the pith, don’t worry; this natural part of the fruit is edible and good for you. Why do oranges leave white residue? […]

Can I eat an orange like I eat an apple? Sure, as long as you remove the skin first. Can I eat orange instead of apple? Apples are higher in calories and sugars, while oranges contain more protein. Oranges are richer in most vitamins and minerals, except for vitamin K and iron. Apples have a […]

Answer: It is a false statement that if we swallow a seed of an apple or an orange, a plant will grow inside our stomach. This is because the seed does not have a capability of germinating inside the stomach of the human body. Can a seed grow in your stomach? The possibility of seeds […]

Use at least four orange seeds to increase the odds of successful germination, and rinse them well in cool, clean water to remove any residual sugars. Spread the orange seeds on a sheet of paper towel to dry off while you prepare the pots. How long does it take to grow an orange tree from […]