A young orange tree can reach 2 to 5 feet within a year, has thorns, and grows upright in its early stages.

The success of a commercial citrus farm depends on the climate conditions of the region, the selection of the appropriate location, the soil, the selection of appropriate subjects and varieties and the cultivation methods (irrigation, pruning, fertilization).

In general, grafted orange trees start to produce orange fruits at their 3rd or 4th year of age and –if they stay healthy – they will continue to do so for half a century. However, their most productive period is between 10 and 40 years old. The average healthy and mature orange tree produces 200-350 oranges. However, experienced orange farmers after years of practice can harvest between 400 to 600 oranges per tree.