{"product_id":"moro-blood-orange-tree","title":"Moro Blood Orange Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blood Orange is a striking citrus tree known for its deep red flesh, rich flavor, and ornamental beauty. With its unique color and balance of sweetness and berry-like tang, it’s a favorite for fresh eating, juicing, and gourmet recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowing Zones\u003cbr\u003e-In-Ground: USDA Zones 9–11 (protect from hard freezes; less cold-hardy than satsumas).\u003cbr\u003e-In Containers\/Patios: USDA Zones 4–11 (bring indoors or into a protected space during winter).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree Size\u003cbr\u003e-In-Ground: Mature size about 12–15 ft tall and wide.\u003cbr\u003e-In Containers: Easily maintained at 6–8 ft with pruning — perfect for patios and smaller gardens.\u003cbr\u003e-At Shipping: 4×9 inch pot size, 2–3 ft height (will vary!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight \u0026amp; Care\u003cbr\u003e-Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for best fruit color and sweetness.\u003cbr\u003e-Plant in well-draining soil; use a large pot with drainage holes if container-grown.\u003cbr\u003e-Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; avoid overwatering.\u003cbr\u003e-Fertilize with a quality citrus fertilizer during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Details\u003cbr\u003e-Ripening Time: Mid-season — typically December through March, depending on climate.\u003cbr\u003eFruit Traits:\u003cbr\u003e-Medium-sized, round fruit with orange rind often blushed with red\u003cbr\u003e-Deep crimson to burgundy flesh, rich in anthocyanins\u003cbr\u003e-Juicy, sweet-tart flavor with hints of raspberry or berry-like notes\u003cbr\u003e-Mostly seedless, easy to peel\u003cbr\u003e-Self-Fertile: One tree will produce fruit on its own.\u003cbr\u003e-Grafted: Grown on hardy rootstock for reliability and earlier fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Customers Love It\u003cbr\u003e-Unique red flesh and striking appearance — a showstopper in the citrus world.\u003cbr\u003e-Distinctive sweet flavor with a berry-like twist.\u003cbr\u003e-Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, cocktails, and desserts.\u003cbr\u003e-Compact tree size works in both landscapes and containers.\u003cbr\u003e-Adds ornamental beauty with fragrant blossoms, glossy green leaves, and colorful fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🚫 Shipping Restrictions\u003cbr\u003eWe cannot ship citrus trees to California, Texas, Florida, or Arizona due to agricultural regulations.\u003cbr\u003eOrders placed from these states will be canceled and a $5 cancellation fee will be withheld to cover processing fees that Etsy does not refund to sellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping Info:\u003cbr\u003e• We ship healthy, well rooted plants direct from USDA Hardiness Zone 9\u003cbr\u003e• We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or the U.S. Territories \u003cbr\u003e• Shipments go out on Tuesdays ONLY. Orders placed on Sunday \u0026amp; Monday will be sent with the next week's Tuesday Shipment.\u003cbr\u003e• We do not ship live plants during extreme weather conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Leaves may experience slight wilt or yellowing in transit but will bounce back quickly with proper care.\u003cbr\u003e• Please consult our shipping \u0026amp; return policies for more detail\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Star Citrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42772902477895,"sku":"87456598","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/3517\/1911\/files\/il_fullxfull.7164799144_4jl8.webp?v=1778688208","url":"https:\/\/canerownursery.org\/products\/moro-blood-orange-tree","provider":"Cane Row Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}