Orange ‘Navelina’
Enjoy sweet, juicy homegrown citrus with Orange ‘Navelina’, an early-season navel orange prized for its excellent flavour, smooth skin, and seedless fruit.
Reliable and easy to grow, this variety produces high-quality oranges ideal for fresh eating, making it a great addition to home gardens or large containers.
Key Features
- 🍊 Sweet, juicy, seedless navel oranges
- 🌿 Early-season harvest
- 🌱 Reliable and productive variety
- 🌼 Fragrant white blossoms in spring
- 🪴 Suitable for gardens or large pots
- 🌏 Performs well in a range of NZ climates
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis ‘Navelina’
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Mature Height: 2.5–4 m (smaller when container grown)
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Mature Width: 2–3 m
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Habit: Upright, spreading
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Position: Full sun, sheltered from strong winds
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Watering: Regular, especially during fruit development
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Growth Rate: Moderate
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Frost Tolerance: Light frost once established (protect when young)
Care Instructions
Plant in a sunny, well-drained position with protection from strong winds. Water regularly, particularly during flowering and fruiting. Feed with a citrus fertiliser in spring and summer to encourage healthy growth and fruit production.
Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove dead or crowded branches. Protect young trees from frost.
Perfect For
- Home orchards
- Backyard gardens
- Large pots and containers
- Fresh eating and juicing
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