Darjeeling Orange 2ft
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Mandarin orange from Darjeeling hills — perfect for home gardens
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About This Plant
Darjeeling Orange (Sikkimese Mandarin) is the famous mandarin orange from the foothills of Darjeeling and Sikkim. The tangerine-sized fruits are intensely sweet and aromatic. Adapts well to Bengal's climate.
Benefits
- Famous Darjeeling variety
- Intensely sweet and aromatic
- Small tangerine-sized convenient fruits
- Well-adapted to Bengal climate
- Rich in Vitamin C
Shipping Information
- Delivered via trusted couriers (DTDC, Blue Dart, India Post)
- 📦Plants are packed with wet newspaper, bubble wrap & cardboard
- ⏱️Delivery in 3–7 working days depending on location
- 🚚Free delivery on orders above ₹999
Care Instructions
💧 Watering
Water when top 2 inches of soil dry out. Do not overwater. Once weekly in winter, twice in summer.
☀️ Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade. Minimum 5-6 hours. Thrives in tropical Indian climate.
🌱 Soil
Well-draining sandy loam. pH 5.5–6.5. Avoid heavy clay soil that retains water.
⚗️ Fertilizer
Use citrus-specific fertilizer every 2 months. High nitrogen during vegetative growth, phosphorus at flowering.
✂️ Maintenance
Prune lightly to shape. Remove yellow leaves. Harvest when fruit reaches full color. Watch for leaf miner pests.
How to Plant Your Darjeeling Orange 2ft
Step-by-step guide — like the manual that comes with the plant
Unbox & Acclimatize
- Carefully open the package — inspect leaves and roots for any transit stress.
- Place the plant in a shaded, cool area for 1–2 days before shifting to its final spot.
- Do NOT water immediately after delivery — let the plant settle first.
Choose the Right Location
- Choose an open sunny spot — this plant needs: Full sun to partial shade. Minimum 5-6 hours. Thrives in tropical…
- Ensure good air circulation. Avoid low-lying spots where water can collect.
- For pot growing: choose a container 2–3 inches wider than the nursery bag.
Prepare Soil & Container
- Well-draining sandy loam. pH 5.5–6.5. Avoid heavy clay soil that retains water.…
- Add a 1–2 inch layer of gravel or broken pot pieces at the bottom for drainage.
- Fill the pot 1/3 with your prepared mix before placing the plant.
Plant the Sapling
- Cut the nursery bag carefully from the sides — never pull the plant out by its stem.
- Place the root ball in the centre. Keep the graft joint (knobby bump) above soil level.
- Fill soil around the roots firmly, pressing gently to remove air pockets.
First Watering
- Water slowly and thoroughly until water drains freely from the bottom holes.
- Ensure your pot has at least one drainage hole — waterlogging kills roots fast.
- Going forward: Water when top 2 inches of soil dry out. Do not overwater. Once weekly in w…
Ongoing Care & Monitoring
- Fertilize: Use citrus-specific fertilizer every 2 months. High nitrogen during vegetat…
- Prune lightly to shape. Remove yellow leaves. Harvest when fruit reaches full color. Watch for …
- Photograph your plant weekly — share progress with us on WhatsApp for free expert advice!
Pro Tip from Our Nursery
After planting, cover the soil surface with dried leaves or coconut coir (mulch) to retain moisture and keep roots cool. For expert guidance, WhatsApp us anytime at +91 81015 16685.
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