Nagpur Orange Plant – Grow Your Own Sweet & Juicy Oranges

Bring home the authentic taste of Maharashtra with the Nagpur Orange Plant, famous for producing the world-renowned Nagpur oranges. This hardy, high-yielding citrus plant thrives in warm climates and delivers medium-sized, bright orange fruits with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Known for their rich aroma and high Vitamin C content, these oranges are excellent for fresh eating, juicing, and gifting during the festive season.

Variety: Nagpur Orange (Citrus reticulata)

Fruit Taste: Sweet with a tangy zest

Climate: Thrives in tropical & subtropical regions

Care: Requires full sunlight, well-drained soil, and moderate watering

Harvest Season: Winter (December to February)

Benefits: Fresh, pesticide-free homegrown citrus rich in antioxidants

🌱 Planting & Position

Sunlight: Place in a spot that gets 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Soil: Use well-draining sandy loam soil with a pH between 5.5–7.5.

Spacing: If planting multiple, keep 4–6 meters between plants.

💧 Watering

Water twice a week during the growing stage.

Reduce watering in rainy season to avoid root rot.

In fruiting season, water when the topsoil feels dry.

🌿 Fertilization

First year: Apply well-decomposed compost every 2–3 months.

From 2nd year: Use a balanced NPK fertilizer (10:10:10) before flowering and after fruit set.

Add micronutrients like zinc, boron, and magnesium for better fruit quality.

✂️ Pruning

Prune in early summer to remove dead, diseased, or overcrowded branches.

Shape the tree to allow sunlight penetration and airflow.

🛡 Pest & Disease Control

Watch for aphids, leaf miners, and citrus psylla. Use neem oil spray every 15–20 days as prevention.

Prevent fungal diseases by avoiding waterlogging and spraying copper-based fungicides if needed.

🍊 Harvesting

Fruits are ready when they turn deep orange and develop a sweet aroma.

Gently twist or cut the fruit to avoid damaging the branch.