Satsuma Orange Tree Live Seedling 4-10 Inch Sweet Citrus Plant

The Satsuma Orange Tree is a beloved citrus variety known for its sweet, easy-to-peel fruit and cold hardiness. This live seedling, sized between 4 and 10 inches, offers gardeners the chance to grow their own fresh satsuma oranges at home. Whether you plant it in the ground in mild climates or in a container that can be moved indoors during colder months, this tree brings a touch of the orchard to your patio, garden, or sunroom.

Satsuma oranges are prized for their juicy, nearly seedless flesh and thin, leathery rind. The tree itself is evergreen, with glossy green leaves and fragrant white blossoms in spring, adding ornamental value even before the fruit arrives. It is a rewarding choice for both novice and experienced growers looking to expand their edible landscape.

Plant Features

• Produces sweet, easy-to-peel satsuma oranges
• Evergreen foliage and fragrant spring blooms
• Relatively cold-hardy among citrus varieties
• Well-suited for container growing in cooler zones
• Attracts pollinators when in flower

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Citrus unshiu
• Plant Type: Evergreen fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading canopy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 10-15 feet in ground; smaller in containers
• Spacing: 8-12 feet apart for orchard planting

Planting & Care

When your seedling arrives, acclimate it gradually to outdoor conditions if it was shipped from a greenhouse. Choose a planting site with well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth, then backfill and water thoroughly. For container growing, use a large pot with drainage holes and a quality citrus potting mix. Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Protect young trees from frost, and fertilize with a citrus-specific fertilizer according to package directions.

Prune lightly to shape the tree and remove dead or crossing branches. Watch for common citrus pests such as aphids and scale, and treat as needed with horticultural soap or oil. With proper care, your satsuma tree can become a productive and attractive addition to your home garden.

What's Included

One live Satsuma Orange Tree seedling, approximately 4-10 inches tall.