Cara Cara Sweet Orange Tree

We don't mean to get all existential on you here, but does orange juice have to be orange? Can an orange taste like a berry? Can it look like a grapefruit? The answers to these questions are yes, Yes, and YES! Say hello to the Cara Cara Sweet Orange Tree (Citrus x sinensis 'Cara Cara')!

Discovered in the 1970s, the Cara Cara didn't hit American markets until the '80s and even then it was only in specialty grocers. It still isn't widely known or widely grown, but we here at Nature Hills want to change that. We don't think we're overselling it to say that Cara Cara could be life-changing for you! With evergreen foliage and fragrant white blossoms for pollinators, these are gorgeous trees on their own!

Once you cut into it, though, you will never forget it! The flesh is pink like the sparkling rose of Pink Grapefruit. It is super juicy and the juice is pink, too. Cara Cara doesn't taste like your traditional Orange. Some people say they taste raspberry, blackberry and cranberry!

Planting and Application:

Perfect for citrus growing regions of the US, Cara Cara is also great in pots by a sunny window in cold winter climates Either way, you’ll enjoy a fantastic patio plant or poolside for year-round greenery! Modestly sized trees at maturity, they work in almost any sized yards and can be pruned smaller as needed!

Cara Cara are broadleaf evergreens that are fantastic privacy and screening when planted in rows and shelterbelts, alone or with other types of citrus and fruit trees for your own property-defining orchard! As a stand-alone tree, these are gorgeous specimens and accents that add curb appeal to your home's front yard landscaping!

• Sparkling Pink Flesh & Pink Juice
• Sweet Berry-Like Flavor
• Low Acid & Seedless
• Perfect for Pots
• Containers, Specimen & Privacy

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Fruit trees need full sun for the most flowers and fruit! Plant in slightly acidic soil that’s very well-drained. The long harvest all winter and spring, means you’ll enjoy months of healthy delicious fruit! Provide regular water for young trees, but allow the roots to dry out slightly between waterings, but once established, Cara Cara Oranges are low-moisture needs plants.

Protecting Container Citrus From Cold

Although it's famous for growing in warmer regions, it can also thrive in colder areas as long as the tree is brought indoors prior to the first frost of winter.

If you're growing these tropical trees in the ground in the lowest of their favored growing zones, they need to be planted in a sheltered spot to avoid the worst of the chill. If a spot like that is unavailable, then you are better off planting in a large, deep container.

In borderline growing zones, begin slowly acclimating your tree indoors or into a protected location, eventually moving your tree inside in bright indirect sun for the winter if the temperatures in your area ever dip below that 40°F range. In spring, reverse this process and begin acclimating your tree to again be back out in the full sun all summer. This reduces stress and leaf drop.

• Full Sun
• Acidic Well-Drained Soil
• Provide Regular Fertilizer
• Prune After Fruiting

Cara Cara Sweet Orange Tree are just now hitting the home gardening scene and are going to going fast. Order your today and after you've bitten into your first slice of Cara Cara give us a call and thank us!