Citrus tree yield off due to Christmas freeze

Satsumas ripen late summer through early winter depending on the cultivar. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)
It’s satsuma time in Louisiana. Some plants began ripening in late September while other varieties will continue to mature through late November on into early December. As one of the best cold-hardy citrus types we can grow in the South, satsumas are a great option for home growers in Louisiana. And boy are they delicious! Sadly, some of our established citrus trees are not producing well this…

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