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Homegrown citrus is one of the great rewards of gardening in the Houston area. Our mild winters and long hot summers are perfect for many citrus varieties — as long as you choose cold-hardy types and are prepared to protect them on the rare nights when temperatures drop hard.
Best citrus for the Houston area: Satsuma mandarins are the gold standard for our area — the most cold-hardy of all citrus and reliable producers even after light freezes. Meyer lemons are another excellent choice, producing abundantly and handling our climate well. Kumquats are among the hardiest citrus you can grow and make beautiful landscape trees. Grapefruits and navel oranges can also perform well in our area with proper placement.
Freeze protection: Houston averages only a few hard freezes per year but they do happen. Plant citrus in a protected south or southeast facing location near a wall or structure that radiates heat. Have frost cloth ready for temperatures below 28°F. Container-grown citrus can simply be moved indoors during hard freezes. It is imperative that the graft at the bottom of the tree needs protection from freeze. That way if the top freezes, the graft will be protected and the desired plant can regrow.
Houston citrus tip: Satsumas ripen in October and November — well ahead of Christmas — making them one of the most rewarding and reliable fruit trees you can plant in our area.
'REPUBLIC OF TEXAS' ORANGE: A cold-hardy 10-15' heirloom. Produces sweet, juicy fruit with a rich, classic flavor. Though thorny and seedy, its resilience makes it a Texas legend. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$49.00
'SANGUINELLI' BLOOD ORANGE: This 10-15' tree produces sweet, tart fruit with a stunning deep-red interior. Known for its intense, berry-like flavor and few seeds. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A showstopper for Houston gardens.
$49.00
'VALENCIA' ORANGE: Growing 10-15', this is the world's most famous juice orange. Produces thin-skinned, incredibly sweet, and juicy fruit that stays fresh on the tree. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A Houston landscape essential.
$49.00
'RHODE RED' VALENCIA ORANGE: A 10-15' tree producing juice oranges with a deeper, more vibrant orange flesh than the standard Valencia. Incredibly sweet and packed with juice. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A Houston favorite!
$49.00
'BIEN HOA' PUMMELO: This 10-15' tree produces massive, pear-shaped fruit with light yellow skin and sweet, crisp flesh. Known for its low acidity and refreshing flavor. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A heavy producer for the Houston area.
$49.00
'DOBASHI BENI' SATSUMA: A 10-15' tree producing deep reddish-orange, seedless fruit. Known for its rich, intense sweetness and easy-to-peel skin. Very cold-hardy once established. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Excellent for Houston.
$49.00
'DWARF OKITSU WASE' SATSUMA: A compact 6-10' tree that is among the earliest to ripen. Produces sweet, seedless, easy-peel fruit. Very cold-hardy for our area. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Perfect for Houston patios.
$59.00
'OKITSU WASE' SATSUMA: Growing 10-12', this early-ripening variety produces large, seedless, and incredibly sweet fruit. Famous for its thin, easy-to-peel skin and cold hardiness once established. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$49.00
'SETO' SATSUMA: A 10-12' tree producing flat-shaped, seedless fruit with incredibly smooth skin. Known for its intense sweetness and melting texture. Very cold-hardy for our region. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A Houston favorite.
$49.00
'MINNEOLA' TANGELO: This 10-15' tree produces the famous "Honeybell." Known for its bell shape, deep orange skin, and incredibly sweet, tart, and juicy flavor. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A vibrant, heavy producer for Houston.
$49.00
'ORLANDO' TANGELO: A 10-15' tree producing mild, sweet, and incredibly juicy fruit. Known for its pebbly skin and heavy yields. Very cold-hardy for a tangelo once established. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A Houston landscape staple.
$49.00
'PEARL' TANGELO: A 10-15' cross between a willowleaf mandarin and a pomelo. Produces small, incredibly sweet, and aromatic fruit with a unique "pear" shape. High juice content. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Perfect for Houston gardens.
$49.00
'WEKIWA' TANGELO: A unique 10-15' cross between a grapefruit and a tangelo. Produces medium-sized fruit with sweet, pinkish-red flesh and a refreshing, mild flavor. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A rare treat for Houston area growers.
$49.00
'SUNBURST' TANGERINE: A 10-15' tree producing dark orange, thin-skinned fruit. Known for its rich, sweet-tart flavor and heavy harvests. Ripens in late fall. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A vibrant addition to any Houston landscape.
$49.00