Poncirus ‘Flying Dragon’ is a distinctive, cold-hardy citrus relative grown mainly for its dramatic twisted branches and thorny structure. It is a cultivar of the trifoliate orange, native to China and Korea. Does best in full sun and slightly alkaline, moist, and well-drained soil.
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Type: |
Edible |
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Height: |
6' - 15' |
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Spread: |
6’ - 10' |
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Spacing: |
6’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 9 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Water regularly. Deadhead to extend bloom. Susceptible to rot and rust. Crown rot may occur in poorly-drained soils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Rock Gardens, Foundational Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Phlox, Speedwell, Coneflower
IMAGES: Photo by Edible Landscaping, Flying Dragon Orange.
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.