How Do You Grow Clementine Orange Trees?
Clementine oranges are small, aromatic and brightly colored oranges that are sometimes called Clementine tangerines. This seedless variety of mandarin oranges is easy to peel and is reminiscent of the Japanese Satsuma orange. Clementines grow best in the warmer zones 8, 9, 10 and 11, where the temperatures range from 10 degrees F to 50 degrees F. Though the tree originally comes from Algeria, North Africa, Clementines are now most frequently grown in Spain. Choose an area to plant your Clementine trees that is well-drained and in full sunlight most of the time. The sun maximizes citrus tree growth, but you will also need to mist the leaves, blossoms and fruit as it grows to keep a good moisture balance. Purchase a tree from a nursery. Choose a tree with darkly-toned leaves and larger trunks. Test the firmness of the roots to assess for root rot, which turns the roots mushy. Test the soil drainage capacity by digging a one-foot-deep hole. Fill the hole with water and time how long it ta
