Species navel orange
orange fruits on light-green petioles and stems with light-green leaves

navel orange

Citrus sinensis 'Trovita'

Navel oranges are an amazing species of citrus fruit that are bursting with flavor! Its scientific name is Citrus sinensis 'Trovita' and it is one of the most popular and common oranges in the world. It features a unique navel shape at the blossom end, and its pebbled skin makes it easy to peel and enjoy its juicy, sweet-tangy pulp. Navel oranges also contain an abundance of Vitamins C and A, as well as dietary fiber, making them an excellent choice for hearty nutrition. Moreover, it is a low-maintenance tree variety that requires minimal inputs and makes a great addition to any home orchard!

Rating:

(1)

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Budding,Tissue Culture

Hardiness Zone:

9 - 10

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Fruits:

orange Fruits Ready In Winter

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water your navel orange tree (Citrus sinensis 'Trovita') 2 to 3 times a week in the summer, in the first year of planting, and once a week in the winter. During the first 2 years, water the tree deeply once per week to saturate the soil. After the tree is established, reduce the frequency of watering to once every 2 weeks, allowing for a deep but thorough watering. During periods of drought, water the tree more often, but not more than once every 3 days. It is important to water the orange tree deeply, but not too frequently. In general, navel orange trees require about 10 to 15 gallons of water a week in moist to wet conditions and up to 25 gallons in periods of drought.

sunlight

Navel oranges need a considerable amount of sunlight to thrive. During the growing season, they should receive full sun or at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. In the winter, they should still receive as much sunlight as possible, though they may require slightly reduced exposure. They should be positioned in an area that receives bright, indirect light the remainder of the day. If the orange tree is grown in an area that doesn’t receive enough sunlight, its growth and fruiting will be affected.

pruning

Because Navel orange (Citrus sinensis 'Trovita') have a natural tendency to grow into a plump and round shape, they do not require significant or regular pruning. Light pruning or the periodic removal of dead branches can be done to improve air circulation and provide the optimum development of the fruit. The best time for pruning is in late spring and early summer when the branches are still small to avoid large wounds. Pruning cuts should be angled downward and overhead pruning should be avoided. Never prune more than 1-third of the canopy away in any 1 season, and ensure the remaining branches are uniformly distributed.

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Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Citrus sinensis 'Trovita' (navel orange) typically begins in November and continues through May.

Starts Flowering

Navel oranges typically start flowering in March.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Citrus sinensis 'Trovita' (navel orange) typically begins in November and continues through May.

Hardiness Map

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Lauren Davis

Can be picky about humidity when first acclimating to your household. Otherwise a very easygoing reliable grower.