Naval Orange Tree

Discussion in 'Citrus' started by Dar and Don, Oct 11, 2008.

  1. Dar and Don

    Dar and Don Member

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    We have a naval orange tree which we've had for about 2 years. We just planted it from a container to the ground this past spring. We use a citrus fertilizer every 3 months as indicated by the nursery where we purchased the plants. We're having problems with the oranges popping out of their skin before they are ripe. Is this from too much fertilizer or water? If not, what would be causing this problem?

    Darlene and Don
     
  2. lorax

    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    When that happened to me it was a water issue - if they're getting their water in spurts rather than evenly (ie if you're watering with a pail or all at once with a hose instead of a drip system) then the fruit expands faster than the skin, and the oranges split. Works exactly the same way for bananas.
     
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  4. Dar and Don

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    Thank you. That was very helpful.
     

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