The premier summer juicing orange, with thin-skinned, very juicy, sweet-tart fruit that holds well on the tree. Ripening late, it overlaps the navel season and gives fresh juice through the warmer months.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4.5 m H × 3.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Valencia Orange
Citrus sinensis 'Valencia' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rutaceae family. It reaches around 4.5 m tall and 3.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Valencia Orange
Valencia Orange suits subtropical, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Valencia Orange does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Valencia Orange does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Valencia Orange after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Valencia Orange in the garden
Valencia Orange earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate as Valencia Orange. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Valencia Orange
Plant Sale lists Valencia Orange as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
