The Moro blood orange tree is the No. 1 choice of blood orange trees grown in the U.S. It’s an especially reliable variety, with fruit that consistently develops to a deep red in climates where other blood oranges can’t make that shift. The peel deepens to a lovely burgundy, and the fruit hangs on the tree for a long time, giving you a colorful and delicious addition to your landscape.

Sun Exposure

• Full sun (six to eight hours)

Soil pH

• 5.5 to 6.5

Hardiness Zones

• Outdoors: 8 to 11
• Patio: 4 to 11

Mature Size

• Height: 7 to 10 feet
• Spread: 7 to 10 feet

Moisture

• 1 to 1 1/2 inches per week

Notes

• Moderate growth rate
• Good container tree
• Fruit stores well

Have you ever grown Moro blood oranges? Please tell us about your experiences with the Moro blood orange tree.