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Recommended Citrus Varieties for Australian States Based on Growing Zones

Recommended Citrus Varieties for Australian States Based on Growing Zones

considering general climate conditions:

State Growing Zones Recommended Citrus Varieties
Queensland (QLD) Subtropical, Tropical Lemon: Eureka, Lisbon
Orange: Valencia, Washington Navel
Mandarin: Imperial, Honey Murcott
Finger Lime: Red Champagne, Rainforest Pearl
Lime: Tahitian, Kaffir
New South Wales (NSW) Temperate, Coastal Lemon: Eureka, Meyer
Orange: Washington Navel, Valencia
Mandarin: Imperial, Emperor
Finger Lime: Red Champagne, Alstonville
Lime: Tahitian, Kaffir
Victoria (VIC) Cool, Temperate Lemon: Eureka, Lisbon
Orange: Washington Navel, Blood Orange
Mandarin: Imperial, Afourer
Finger Lime: Red Champagne, Alstonville
Lime: Tahitian, Australian Desert Lime
South Australia (SA) Mediterranean, Arid Lemon: Eureka, Lisbon
Orange: Washington Navel, Valencia
Mandarin: Imperial, Afourer
Finger Lime: Red Champagne, Rainforest Pearl
Lime: Tahitian, Kaffir
Western Australia (WA) Mediterranean, Arid Lemon: Eureka, Lisbon
Orange: Valencia, Washington Navel
Mandarin: Imperial, Honey Murcott
Finger Lime: Red Champagne, Alstonville
Lime: Tahitian, Kaffir
Tasmania (TAS) Cool, Temperate Lemon: Meyer, Eureka
Orange: Washington Navel, Blood Orange
Mandarin: Imperial, Afourer
Finger Lime: Alstonville, Rainforest Pearl
Lime: Tahitian, Australian Desert Lime
Northern Territory (NT) Tropical, Arid Lemon: Eureka, Lisbon
Orange: Valencia, Washington Navel
Mandarin: Honey Murcott, Emperor
Finger Lime: Rainforest Pearl, Red Champagne
Lime: Tahitian, West Indian

Notes:

  • Growing Zones: Indicate the general climate type for the region.
  • Varieties: Selected based on suitability for the climate and soil conditions of each state.
  • Lemon Varieties: Eureka and Lisbon are the most versatile, with Meyer suited for cooler climates.
  • Orange Varieties: Washington Navel and Valencia are adaptable across most regions.
  • Mandarin Varieties: Imperial is a popular choice in most regions, with Honey Murcott suited for warmer climates.
  • Finger Lime Varieties: Red Champagne and Rainforest Pearl are among the best-known varieties.
  • Lime Varieties: Tahitian is the most widely recommended, with Kaffir and Australian Desert Lime suitable for specific climates.
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