Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

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Size: 200L

200L

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 3m to 4m

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis 'Blood Orange' is an evergreen orange tree grown for fruit with red to deep burgundy flesh and a flavour that carries berry notes alongside the usual orange sweetness. The canopy is rounded and dense with glossy green leaves, and heavily scented white blossom appears through spring.

It wants full sun and a fertile, free draining soil with steady moisture while establishing. Warm temperate and Mediterranean climates suit it best, and cool nights during ripening are what bring out the red pigment. Light to moderate frost is tolerated once established, and mature trees develop moderate drought tolerance.

Use it in home orchards, edible garden beds, courtyards and large containers where a productive tree also has to look presentable. The blossom scents a small garden in spring and the fruit is worth waiting for if you juice or cook. It gives a garden something that a supermarket run does not match easily.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Blood Orange

What is a blood orange tree?

'Blood Orange' is an evergreen sweet orange whose flesh develops red to burgundy pigment as the fruit matures. Skin colour ranges from standard orange to a blushed rind. The flavour is sweet with a raspberry edge, which makes it popular for juicing, salads and cooking. The tree is a neat rounded evergreen with fragrant spring blossom.

How big does a blood orange tree grow?

In garden soil a blood orange generally reaches about 3 to 4 metres tall and around 3 metres wide, forming a dense rounded head. Annual growth sits near 30 to 60 centimetres. Pruning after harvest keeps it to a height you can pick without a ladder, and trees grown in containers stay noticeably smaller.

Why is the flesh red?

The colour comes from anthocyanin pigments, the same group that colours berries and red cabbage. Those pigments only develop properly where nights are cold during ripening, so fruit from Mediterranean and cooler temperate districts colours far more strongly than fruit from warm humid areas. A mild winter can give lightly blushed rather than deep red flesh.

When does blood orange fruit ripen?

White flowers open in spring, then the fruit hangs and matures slowly, with picking usually running from late winter into spring depending on district and season. Colour and flavour both improve the longer fruit is left on the tree, so taste test rather than picking on appearance. Ripe fruit holds well for several weeks.

Is a blood orange tree frost tolerant?

Established trees handle light to moderate frost, and cold nights actually help the flesh colour up. Young trees are far more susceptible, so protect them for the first two winters with frost cloth or a sheltered planting position. Severe or repeated hard frost will damage new growth and can knock out the following season's flowers.

Where do blood oranges grow best in Australia?

They do best in warm temperate and Mediterranean climates with hot dry summers and cool winter nights, which describes the Riverland, the Riverina, Perth and much of inland Victoria, South Australia and New South Wales. Coastal gardens grow good trees, though the colouring is often lighter. Humid subtropical areas produce fruit with less red pigment.

How do I care for a blood orange tree?

Water deeply through flowering and fruit development and ease off in winter, mulching the root area while keeping mulch away from the trunk. Feed with a citrus fertiliser in early spring and again in late summer. Prune lightly after harvest, remove any growth below the graft, and check regularly for scale, aphids and citrus leaf miner.

Uses in my Garden

Edible Garden

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree works in an:

Edible Garden – integrates fruit, herbs, and productive plants.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree Evergreen or Deciduous?

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 5m

Mature Width: 3m to 4m

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Growth Rate of Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree frost tolerant?

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree Flower?

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ produces masses of fragrant white flowers through spring and summer, often followed by sweet richly flavoured oranges with distinctive deep red flesh on mature trees. The blooms and glossy evergreen foliage create an attractive ornamental display while supporting reliable fruit production throughout the cooler months.

Does Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree an Australian Native Tree?

No

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is Native to Cultivated citrus selection originating from the Mediterranean region.

What is the Wildlife Value of Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree ?

Its fragrant flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within edible and ornamental gardens. The dense evergreen foliage also provides light shelter and habitat for beneficial insects and small birds year-round.

How much Sunlight does Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree need?

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ performs best in rich, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It will also tolerate a range of general garden soils provided drainage remains reliable and organic matter is incorporated to support fertility and moisture retention. Avoid heavy clay or persistently wet conditions, as poor drainage can reduce root health and fruiting performance. Keep soil evenly moist during active growth and fruit development for best results.

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree Drought Tolerant?

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy productive root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Blood Orange Trees show moderate drought tolerance but perform best with consistent moisture to support reliable flowering, fruit production and healthy foliage growth.

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How To Plant Your Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm per year under suitable conditions.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape if used as hedging or screening. For a clear trunk feature, remove lower branches as the tree grows.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Citrus sinensis ‘Blood Orange’ – Blood Orange Tree in Different Soil

Citrus sinensis performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is it called a Blood Orange?
A: The fruit develops distinctive red to burgundy flesh due to natural pigments that form during ripening.

Q: Does Blood Orange taste different from regular oranges?
A: Yes, it combines traditional orange sweetness with subtle berry-like flavour notes.

Q: Can it be grown in a pot?
A: Yes, it performs well in large containers with good drainage and regular feeding.

Q: When does the fruit ripen?
A: Fruit generally ripens from autumn into winter depending on climate and growing conditions.

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