Tarocco Blood Orange Tree
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100206
Italy once again has provided us with the priceless taste of the Tarocco Blood Orange Tree (Citrus sinensis I. Osbeck 'Tarocco'). It was first introduced to Florida citrus growers from Italy in the 1880s and quickly spread to California citrus groves! Featuring bright orange skin, these are nearly seedless, juicy and have a lively flavor! It will blow you over no matter how red the flesh gets.
Tarocco is the sweetest and juiciest of all of the Blood Oranges. There it is still called the supreme "arancia da tavola" (table orange) and commands a full 60% of all of the Blood Orange production and you will love the rich red-blushed flesh and sweet orangey-raspberry taste. Use the juice for drinks, cooking, baking, and candies.
Ready to harvest in the winter to early spring depending on your growing zone, Citrus-friendly climates can enjoy these as year-round evergreen landscaping specimens, while cooler northern growers can prune these smaller and keep them as patio plants. Just move them indoors or into a greenhouse as soon as there is the threat of frost.
Planting and Application:
Keep these mid-sized trees smaller for containers and patio planters in the sun, or bring them indoors to use as a gorgeous houseplants. Full-sized trees, of course, provide the most fruit and they create lush shade and front yard landscaping flowering edibles!
It takes about 5 years for this tree to produce harvestable batches of fruit, but once it starts it will give you more fruit than you can handle. Your friends are going to love you!! In the meantime, you'll still enjoy the fragrant white blossoms and the glossy evergreen foliage that lights up the landscape and perfumes the air! Add these mid-sized trees anywhere you want shade or privacy with this fantastic broadleaf evergreen edible accent tree!
- The Sweetest Blood Orange
- Bright Orange With Red Interior
- Sweet & Juicy
- Fragrant White Blossoms for Bees
- Glossy Evergreen Foliage
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Provide a full sun location with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Let dry out between waterings for best results.
- Full Sun
- Well-Drained Enriched Acidic Soil
- Moderate Moisture & Regular Fertilizer
- Prune After Fruiting
- Find More Citrus Tree Care Here
Many citrus growers say Tarocco Blood Orange Tree is their favorite of all oranges! Try it for yourself today by ordering yours at NatureHills.com!
Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
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This proprietary eCommerce software prevents the shipment of a restricted plant to each state. The Plant Sentry system includes a shipment certification program. The Plant Sentry Compliance Officer works closely with NatureHills.com and each nursery or fulfillment center to ensure only compliant plants are sold to customers.
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Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
| Color | Zone | Times |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Spring 2019 | |
| 4 | Now | |
| 5 | Now | |
| 6 | Now | |
| 7 | Now | |
| 8 | Now | |
| 9 | Now | |
| 10 | Now | |
| 11 | Now |
Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | 19.99 | 24.99 |
| 20 | - | 49.99 | 29.99 |
| 50 | - | 69.99 | 34.99 |
| 70 | - | 99.99 | 39.99 |
| 100 | - | 129.99 | 44.99 |
| 130 | - | 149.99 | 48.99 |
| 150 | - | 150+ | Approx 28% |
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PLANT HIGHLIGHTS
Growing Zones 9-11 (Patio 4- 8)
| Brand | Nature Hills' Choice |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Citrus sinensis L. Osbeck 'Tarocco' |
| Type | Broad-Leaved Evergreen |
| Mature Height | 15 - 18 feet |
| Mature Spread | 12 - 15 feet |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well-Drained |
| Moisture | Evenly Moist to Establish |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Color | White |
| Harvest Time | Late Season |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Fruiting Time | 3 - 5 Years |
| Pruning Time | After Fruiting |
| Fragrant | Yes |
