The classic seedless winter eating orange, with sweet, easy-peeling fruit marked by a small navel at the base. Fragrant white blossom and glossy evergreen foliage make it a handsome and productive backyard tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Washington Navel Orange
Citrus sinensis 'Washington Navel' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rutaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Washington Navel Orange
Washington Navel 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
Washington Navel 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
Washington Navel Orange does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Washington Navel Orange after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is moderate maintenance.
Using Washington Navel Orange in the garden
Washington Navel Orange earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Washington Navel Orange sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Washington Navel Orange
Plant Sale lists Washington Navel Orange as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
