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Old 09-12-2003, 07:32 PM
Brian
 
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Default Semi-Dwarf Citrus in AZ

Some can remain for very many weeks which is why they can be so ornamental.
Try waiting till one feels softish and has an increased smell. I have had an
Orange that looked so splendid that I was made to purchase rather than
destroy its appearance. If they are going to be sweet you will soon find
out~~if not then enjoy the appearance. Best Wishes.
"CY" wrote in message
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I am pretty sure they are not ornamentals - I will be mad if they are as I
paid good money for an "orange" tree. Any idea how long it will be before
the fruit falls naturally?
"Brian" wrote in message
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There are many varieties of the Orange and several are not very sweet.

Some
are grown only for effect [they look splendid] and others for marmalade

etc.
Make a decision after the first fruit falls naturally~ when the ultimate
taste will have been achieved. Some streets in Italian villages are

lined
with splendid looking trees but are inedible to ensure they are not
attractive to children!!
Best wishes.
"CY" wrote in message
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I posted this question last year and some really helpful person who

lives
near me replied, so I hope you are still here!!

I have a Semi-Dwarf Lemon and one Orange tree. We live in the Phoenix
suburbs and this year they are both overflowing with fruit. I don't

know
when I should pick them and what the signs are. I tasted one of the

oranges
but they lack sweetness and taste more lemony than orange.

Can anyone help?

TIA,
CY