Sweet Orange Bari Malta 1 grafted Plant , Sweet Malta Lemon or Also Known as Paisa Malta.
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Common name:
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Orange
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Marathi - Santra, Narangi: Hindi - Santra, Bengali - Kamala, Gujarati - Santra, Kannada - Kithilai, Malayalam - Madhura Naranga, Punjabi - Santra, Sanskrit - Airavata, Tamil - Kichili Pazham, Telugu - Kamala Pandu, Urdu - Narangi
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Overview
- Scientific Name: Citrus sinensis 'Bari Malta'
- Common Name: Bari Malta Orange
- Family: Rutaceae
- Origin: Pakistan
Plantation
- Location: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile, and slightly acidic (pH 6.0-7.0)
- Spacing: 12-25 feet (3.6-7.6 meters) between trees
- Best Time to Plant: Spring or autumn
Growing
- Temperature: 55-100°F (13-38°C)
- Watering: Regular and consistent, about 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) per week
- Fertilization: Balanced, slow-release fertilizer; apply per package instructions
- Pruning: Annually in late winter or early spring; remove dead, damaged, or overcrowded branches
Care
- Pest Control: Monitor for common pests such as aphids, citrus leafminer, and mites; use insecticidal soap, horticultural oil, or neem oil for treatment
- Disease Prevention: Keep the area around the tree clean; remove fallen leaves and debris to prevent fungal diseases
- Frost Protection: Protect young trees with frost cloth or wrap during freezing temperatures
Benefits
- Fruit: Delicious, seedless, and easy-to-peel fruit; rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants
- Ornamental Value: Attractive evergreen tree with fragrant white blossoms, glossy leaves, and colorful fruits
- Air Purification: Citrus trees have air-purifying qualities; they remove pollutants and improve air quality
- Wildlife Attraction: Provides shelter and food for birds and beneficial insects