Citrus × aurantium 'Seville Appleby' (Seville Appleby Bitter Orange)

Citrus × aurantium 'Seville Appleby' (Seville Appleby Bitter Orange) is a classic bitter orange variety highly prized for its aromatic fruits that are essential for traditional marmalade. This robust evergreen tree produces medium-sized, thick-skinned oranges with a deeply aromatic rind and tart, acidic flesh. The fruits are too sour for fresh eating but deliver an intense flavour and excellent setting quality for marmalades, preserves, and liqueurs. The tree features glossy green foliage, highly fragrant white flowers, and a strong, upright growth habit.

Ideal for culinary gardens and ornamental planting, the Seville Appleby orange thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. It is particularly hardy and can tolerate a range of conditions better than many sweet orange varieties. This tree is valued for its historical significance, exceptional marmalade quality, and the intense fragrance of both its flowers and fruit.