Citrus Flying Dragon

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Bitter Orange

“Flying Dragon” is a variety of the commonly known, Bitter Orange. This evergreen shrub produces white flowers during early spring which result in yellow fruits not much bigger than a golf ball in autumn. The edible fruit are full of seed and have little pulp. They are borne amidst the dark green foliage which has stems boasting large thorns. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, protected from frost. It will generally tolerate moderate frost once established. “Flying Dragon” is commonly grown as an interesting hedge where the thorns will stop animals and people passing through.

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Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Citrus
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	2.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:	Hedging
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Bitter Orange

Citrus Flying Dragon Details

“Flying Dragon” is a variety of the commonly known, Bitter Orange. This evergreen shrub produces white flowers during early spring which result in yellow fruits not much bigger than a golf ball in autumn. The edible fruit are full of seed and have little pulp. They are borne amidst the dark green foliage which has stems boasting large thorns. It typically grows to 2 m tall and the same wide, performing best when planted in full sun on a well-drained site, protected from frost. It will generally tolerate moderate frost once established. “Flying Dragon” is commonly grown as an interesting hedge where the thorns will stop animals and people passing through.