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Darjeeling Orange – Description:

Darjeeling Orange is a sweet, juicy mandarin variety grown in the cool hills of Darjeeling. Known for its bright orange color, thin peel, and refreshing mountain-grown flavor, it is a seasonal winter fruit enjoyed for its balanced sweetness and aroma.

Darjeeling Orange – Short Description:

Darjeeling Orange is a sweet, juicy mandarin variety grown in the cool hills of Darjeeling. Known for its bright orange color, thin peel, and refreshing mountain-grown flavor, it is a seasonal winter fruit enjoyed for its balanced sweetness and aroma.


Key Traits:

  • Color: Bright to reddish-orange
  • Sweetness: High, with mild tanginess
  • Taste: Juicy, sweet, and slightly tangy
  • TSS: 10–12° Brix
  • Briks: Typically 11, indicating good sugar-acid balance

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🍊 Darjeeling Orange – Description & Farming Guide


🔍 Darjeeling Orange – Description:

Darjeeling Orange is a traditional mandarin orange variety grown in the hilly regions of Darjeeling (West Bengal), especially in Mirik, Kalimpong, and Kurseong. It’s celebrated for its natural sweetness, thin peel, and distinct mountain-grown aroma. Cultivated under cool and misty conditions, this orange is a seasonal winter delight in the region.


🌟 Key Characteristics:

Attribute Details
Type Mandarin (Citrus reticulata)
Shape Small to medium, round
Color Bright orange to reddish-orange when ripe
Peel Thin, easy to peel
Pulp Juicy, deep orange segments
Taste Sweet, slightly tangy
Aroma Mild and refreshing
Seeds Few to moderate
TSS (Brix) 10–12°

Darjeeling Orange Farming – Step-by-Step

🏞️ Ideal Conditions:

  • Altitude: 1,000 – 2,000 meters above sea level
  • Climate: Cool subtropical with moderate rainfall
  • Temperature Range: 5°C to 25°C
  • Rainfall: 1,500 – 2,000 mm annually
  • Sunlight: Partial to full sun; avoid harsh midday sun at high altitudes

🌱 Soil Requirements:

  • Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy loam
  • pH: 5.5 to 6.5 (slightly acidic)
  • Soil should be rich in organic matter and free from waterlogging

📆 Planting Time:

  • Best Time: Monsoon (June–August) or early autumn
  • Spacing: 5 m × 5 m (approx. 160 trees per acre)
  • Use grafted saplings on disease-resistant rootstock for uniform yield

💧 Irrigation:

  • Typically rainfed, but supplemental watering is needed in dry periods
  • Avoid overwatering, especially during flowering and fruit-setting stages

🌾 Fertilizer & Manure:

Apply organic manure and compost regularly.

Year FYM (kg) N (g) P (g) K (g)
1st 5–10 100 50 50
3rd+ 20–25 400 200 300
  • Apply in two splits: post-pruning and before flowering

✂️ Pruning:

  • Light pruning after harvest improves airflow and sunlight
  • Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches

🐛 Pest & Disease Management:

Problem Control Method
Citrus Canker Bordeaux mixture spray
Aphids/Scales Neem oil or insecticidal soap
Root rot Ensure proper drainage and use fungicide

🍊 Harvest & Yield:

  • Fruit Bearing Starts: 3–4 years after planting
  • Harvest Season: December to February
  • Yield/Tree: 25–40 kg depending on age and care
  • Storage Life: 7–10 days in cool, dry storage

📌 Summary Table:

Feature Details
Region Darjeeling hills, West Bengal
Fruit Type Mandarin orange
Taste Sweet and tangy
Color Bright orange
Average Weight 100–130 grams
TSS/Briks 10–12° Brix
Speciality Grown organically in hill farms

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