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. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Valencia Orange is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Valencia Orange after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it 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
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Valencia Orange with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Buying Valencia Orange
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