Washington Navel Orange is a classic, easy-to-grow citrus variety prized for its large, seedless fruit and rich, sweet flavour. It is one of the best oranges for fresh eating, with thick skin that peels easily and a distinctive “navel” formation at the base of the fruit. Reliable and productive, it performs well in warm climates and home gardens.
Fruit Colour: Bright orange
Fruit Shape: Round with characteristic “navel”
Fruit Size: Large
Flavour: Sweet, rich, and low acidity
Fruit Season: Winter
Cropping Habit: Heavy and consistent crops
Best Uses: Fresh eating, juicing
Light requirement: Full sun
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
Soil: Well-draining soil; prefers slightly acidic soil
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes when young; best in ground long-term
Mature Height: 4–6 m
Mature Width: 3–5 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost only; protect from heavy frost
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; best with some shelter
Leaf colour: Glossy deep green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 6–12 cm long, oval
Washington Navel Orange is a classic, easy-to-grow citrus variety prized for its large, seedless fruit and rich, sweet flavour. It is one of the best oranges for fresh eating, with thick skin that peels easily and a distinctive “navel” formation at the base of the fruit. Reliable and productive, it performs well in warm climates and home gardens.
Fruit Colour: Bright orange
Fruit Shape: Round with characteristic “navel”
Fruit Size: Large
Flavour: Sweet, rich, and low acidity
Fruit Season: Winter
Cropping Habit: Heavy and consistent crops
Best Uses: Fresh eating, juicing
Light requirement: Full sun
Water requirement: Moderate
Watering frequency: Regular; keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
Soil: Well-draining soil; prefers slightly acidic soil
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate
Suitable for container gardens: Yes when young; best in ground long-term
Mature Height: 4–6 m
Mature Width: 3–5 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Moderate once established
Frost Tolerant: Light frost only; protect from heavy frost
Wind Tolerant: Moderate; best with some shelter
Leaf colour: Glossy deep green
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 6–12 cm long, oval
