{"product_id":"hardy-orange-flying-dragon-tree-hvw1al","title":"Hardy Orange 'Flying Dragon' Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUnique, Cold Hardy Orange Grows Anywhere\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy The Hardy Orange 'Flying Dragon'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hardy Orange, also known as the Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange, is one of the most unique fruit varieties available. Its twisted stems are contorted in different directions with curved, claw-like thorns, giving the illusion of dragons in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlus, the Flying Dragon is simple to grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e Despite its rarity and exotic looks, the Hardy Orange does well in containers, even pruned in bonsai fashion. This Plant's design changes from wicked-like in the winter when its large thorns are exposed – to a soft flowering plant in the spring, quickly followed by colorful, fragrant oranges. While these oranges aren't recommended to eat, since they're small, tart and heavily seeded, they are great for cooking or making orangeade!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it's often used as an accent or in a container, \u003cstrong\u003ethis interesting shrub is a perfect option for a hedge\u003c\/strong\u003e - with its long, curved thorns, it's perfect for creating privacy and deterring intruders, while still adding beauty to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnd it withstands temperatures as low as -10 degrees. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Hardy Orange is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ea tough plant that does well in both sunny and shady areas. It's drought-tolerant and barely needs pruning, so it's a time-saver with virtually no upkeep required, needing only a bit of sun and water to thrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: This product is specific to Florida. \u003ca href=\"www.fast-growing-trees.com\/products\/hardy-orange-tree-flying-dragon\"\u003eFind Hardy Orange 'Flying Dragon' Trees available in other states.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith our Hardy Orange, you get a carefree, one-of-a-kind plant \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e a healthy head start. Because we've planted, grown and nurtured our trees with care, long before they ship to your home, you get a healthier root system and more developed branching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no need to visit your local nursery or big box since you get exotic, lush growth delivered right to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese show-stopping plants go quickly every year, so be sure to order before we’re out of stock. \u003cstrong\u003eGet your own Flying Dragon today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e First, choose a planting location in full sun (6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day). The plant will tolerate partial shade but its citrus production might be reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, the Flying Dragon Trifoliate Orange enjoys well-draining soil but is adaptable to many soil types, growing in clay, sandy loam, and loam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep in mind that the Flying Dragon's thorns make it a great deterrent for unwanted guests. Planted in rows around your property, or even under windows, it can provide an extra sense of security that's also deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you're ready to plant, dig a hole that is twice the size of the plant’s root system and just as deep (or select a container, with drainage holes, that's twice the width of your plant's shipped container). Place the plant into the hole and carefully backfill, tamping the soil down around the root system. Finally, apply a 3-inch layer of mulch such as pine needles, bark chips, recycled plastic chunks, or peat moss around the base to deter weed growth and keep the soil moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil around the plant moist, watering once or twice weekly. Once the Flying Dragon Trifoliate establishes itself, it can typically live on annual rainfall with no supplemental watering required unless a drought occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure when to water, simply check the surrounding soil about 2 inches down. If the soil is dry here, it's time to water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertilize annually using a 15–5–19 fertilizer formula, divided into three applications per year: Half applied in July, one quarter applied two months later in September, and the remaining quarter 4 months later, in November.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Pruning: \u003c\/strong\u003eRemove any shoots that appear below the graft union (where the two grafted stems join toward the bottom), and remove any dead or damaged branches. The Flying Dragon Trifoliate withstands pruning well and can be shaped into a small-sized tree if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFGT Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e While you\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eeat the oranges, few do because they’re quite tart and full of seeds. Nonetheless, there are a few ways to make use of the fruit, including more savory marmalades, or in condiments when dried. 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