Tropical · Charlotte, NC

🍊 Orange tree

Outdoor trees belong in true citrus belts. Elsewhere, a patio tree is a hobby, not a harvest plan.

Tropical fruit on a table
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Suitability: 41/100 · Poor choice right now

Sun requirement: 6–8 hours
Space required: ~64.0 sq ft / plant
Difficulty: Moderate
Plant Mar–May · Harvest Sep–Nov

Expected harvest: 30–115 lb
Grocery equivalent: $46–$173
Estimated garden cost: $42–$76
Potential savings: $-30–$131/year