How Do You Grow Osage Orange Trees?
Have you ever grown an orange tree? If you enjoyed juicy citrus fruits from your tree, it could not have been an Osage orange tree. Despite the name, these are not actually orange trees. The Osage orange is also known as the hedge apple tree. The scientific name for the tree is Maclura pomifera. It is a thorny tree popularly used for windbreaks or hedge fences and you can easily grow one. Check out your county’s outlying farms and rural areas. Many farmers planted these trees as hedgerows years ago. After time, these trees proliferate extensively and need to be removed. You may be fortunate enough to find a farmer who will allow you to dig as many of the small saplings as you want. You will need to purchase the trees if they have not naturalized in your area. You can easily locate a reputable grower to purchase these trees. Check with your local extension office. Many university extension agencies sell Osage orange trees in bulk amounts. Check with your area agriculture agencies, farm
