Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata) – Seeds

Add a touch of the exotic to your garden with the Hardy Orange (Poncirus trifoliata)—a unique, cold-resistant citrus relative ideal for home gardeners.
These non-GMO, heirloom seeds produce beautiful, thorny shrubs that bear small, aromatic, orange-like fruits and fragrant white blossoms.
Perfect for hedges, bonsai, or ornamental landscapes, the Hardy Orange thrives in regions where traditional citrus cannot survive.

Key Features

• Cold-hardy citrus relative ideal for temperate climates

• Produces small, fragrant, orange-like fruits

• Non-GMO and heirloom-quality seeds

• Attractive ornamental shrub with white spring blossoms

• Ideal for hedges, borders, and bonsai cultivation

• Tolerant to frost and light freezing temperatures

• Naturally pest-resistant and low maintenance

• Long-living perennial shrub with bright seasonal foliage

Specifications

• Common Name: Hardy Orange / Trifoliate Orange

• Scientific Name: Poncirus trifoliata

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom

• Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub / Small Tree

• Season: Spring (for sowing)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9

• Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Germination Time: 4–6 weeks (cold stratification recommended)

• Maturity Period: 3–4 years to bear fruit

• Water Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

• Spacing: 8–12 feet apart

• Temperature Range: Tolerates down to 10°F (-12°C)

• Growth Height: 8–20 feet

• Heirloom: Yes

• GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO

• Perennial or Annual: Perennial

• Recommended For: Ornamental Gardens, Hedges, Bonsai, Container Growing

Planting Guide

• Soil Preparation: Use well-drained, moderately fertile soil for healthy growth.

• Cold Stratification: Store seeds in moist medium at 40°F (4°C) for 4–6 weeks before planting.

• Sowing Depth: ½ inch deep; keep soil moist during germination.

• Sunlight: Place in a location with full to partial sunlight.

• Watering: Maintain steady moisture, especially during early stages.

• Transplanting: Move seedlings when 6–8 inches tall into permanent positions.

• Maintenance: Prune lightly to shape and manage thorns; protect from severe frost in first year.

• Harvesting: Fruits mature in late autumn, with a bitter-sour flavor often used for marmalades or ornamental use.