Ecology for citruses

Ecology for citruses
Some of citrus varieties grown in Uganda are Sweet oranges limes, grapefruits, tangerines, lemons etc. Citrus species can thrive in a wide range of soil and climatic conditions. Citrus is grown from sea level up to an altitude of 2100 m but for optimal growth a temperature range from 2° to 30° C is ideal. Long periods below 0° C are injurious to the trees and at 13° C growth diminishes.. 

1. Temperature plays an important role in the production of high quality fruit. Typical coloring of fruit takes place if night temperatures are about 14° C coupled with low humidity during ripening time. Exposure to strong winds and temperatures above 38° C may cause fruit drop, scarring and scorching of fruits

2. Soils - citrus trees grow on a wide range of soils varying from sandy soils to those high in clay. Soils that are good for growing are well-drained, medium-textured, deep and fertile. Waterlogged or saline soils are not suitable and a pH range of 5.5 to 6.0 is ideal. In acidic soil, citrus roots do not grow well, and may lead to copper toxicity. On the other hand at pH above 6, fixation of trace elements take place and trees develop deficiency symptoms. A low pH may be corrected by adding lime.

3. Soil moisture is needed for the citruses to develop and produce. Water requirement reaches a peak between flowering and ripening. Well distributed annual rainfall of not less than 1000 mm is needed for fair crop. In dry spells, irrigation is necessary. 

At Bwebajja Fruit Tree Nursery , we offer a wide variety of citruses. Pixies, Washington navel, Hamlin, Valencia , Valencia, Grapefruit and Tangerines at affordable prices.

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