Logee's Sweet Orange Tree
Best compact citrus for patio gardeners seeking ornamental, fruit-bearing trees.
This weeping citrus hybrid brings the drama of a cascading ornamental to your patio while actually delivering on the promise of sweet, juicy fruit. It’s a rare find that prioritizes aesthetic form as much as harvest, though you’ll need to check your local shipping restrictions before getting your heart set on one.
$49.95
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Logees Greenhouses Ltd
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing flavor and fresh juicing quality
- Gardeners seeking fragrant, year-round decorative greenery
- Urban dwellers with limited space for container gardening
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions lacking consistent, intense sunlight
- Plant owners wanting a low-maintenance, pest-free experience
- Impatient growers looking for an immediate harvest
Performance breakdown
Container Suitability
Compact size and weeping habit make it perfect for patio pots.
Fruiting Efficiency
Grafted rootstock ensures a faster harvest than standard seed-grown varieties.
Aesthetic Appeal
Unique cascading branches provide a striking visual focal point.
Fragrance Intensity
Winter blossoms deliver a potent, sweet scent to indoor spaces.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent care and specific temperature management for optimal health.
Regional Accessibility
Strict shipping restrictions significantly limit availability across major citrus states.
Key Specs
Pot Size
4" Grafted Plant
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Winter
Hardiness Zone
9-10
Grows To
3-5 feet
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
35°F
Plant Type
Fragrant
Mature Height
5.0 feet
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Tree Species
Citrus
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