I live in Savannah, GA.. Can any citrus fruit grow here other than kumkuats? i just bought property..?

Answer 1

Number One, check with the Cooperative Extension Service; they will know if any varieties exist that may be frost/freeze resistant.

The freezing temperatures that we do get here [I live 50mi from you], will harm/can kill citrus trees. Remember, it's colder here than in Florida, and we can recall the citrus growers' plight some years ago ~ because of freezing temperatures. [It only takes one night below freezing.]

Have you considered the dwarf varieties that you can put in a large pot, such that it can be moved to protect from freezing temperatures? I know this isn't as groovy as having it planted in the yard, but it is likely the safest bet [& they dO produce fruit!].

Answer 2

The GeorgiaFaces URL has a Georgia citrus story, Other ideas are from the book cited.

Meyer lemon is frost-hardy down to the low 20's F. I would try that. Satsuma Manadrin trees can go down to around 24 F and fruit will go down to 28 F.

Reputable nurseries locally and your Cooperative Extension/Master Gardeners could verify these or provide alternatives.

Answer 3

You should be able to grow a lot in Savannah but here are some Georgia gardening sites

http://www.walterreeves.com/
If you cannot find the answer you can email him with your specific questions.

Also try this site. You can choose your county and find the number of your extension office. They are very helpful
http://www.caes.uga.edu/extension/district.cfm?CAESDept=Southeast%20District

Answer 4

Also check with your local county extension office. They usually have brochures on anything that will grow in the area. I lived in Georgia for 8 years. and They helped tremendously.

Answer 5

Not to far from florida dont you think you can grow what they do.Could grow peacans like the rest of the Gobbers.Thats a nut in Georiga.

Answer 6

My father-in-law even grew bananas there.

Answer 7

oranges, grapefruit, peaches, whatever you want.