Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree

$300.00

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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1m - 1.5m Approx

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About Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ is a reliable evergreen fruit tree producing large, seedless oranges with a rich, sweet flavour. It forms a dense, rounded canopy of glossy green foliage, providing year-round structure alongside consistent fruit production.

This cultivar is known for early to mid-season fruiting and easy-to-peel oranges, making it one of the most widely grown navel varieties. It performs best in full sun and prefers well-drained soils with regular watering during establishment and fruit development.

They look excellent when used in home orchards, edible gardens, and courtyard planting. This variety is commonly selected for dependable cropping, manageable size, and high-quality fruit suitable for fresh eating.

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Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3–5 metres

Mature Width: 3–4 metres

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree is expected to grow 30–60 cm per year (moderate).

Frost Tolerance

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree frost tolerant?

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ produces clusters of highly fragrant white flowers in spring. These blossoms create a delicate seasonal display and are followed by large, seedless oranges that develop through the warmer months into winter.

Native Information

Is Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree an Australian Native? No

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree is Native to Originating from Brazil and widely cultivated globally, Citrus sinensis varieties are grown in warm temperate and subtropical regions for fruit production.

Wildlife Value

Its fragrant blossoms attract bees and other beneficial pollinators, supporting pollination and seasonal garden activity. The tree also contributes to biodiversity by providing habitat within its dense evergreen canopy and producing fruit that can be utilised by wildlife if left unharvested.

Sunlight Information

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate lighter sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and nutrient availability. Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can lead to root stress and reduced productivity. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then maintain consistent watering as the tree matures for best fruiting results.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Washington Navel Orange

Genus: Citrus

Botanical Species: sinensis

Family: Rutaceae

Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’

Landscape Uses

Edible Garden
Feature Tree
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree works in an:

Edible Garden – integrates fruit, herbs, and productive plants.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.

Planting, Spacing & Care

Plant in full sun in a sheltered location.
Use well-drained soil and avoid waterlogging.
Water regularly during establishment.
Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Protect young plants from heavy frost.

Feature Planting: 3 – 4 m

Orchard Planting: 4 – 5 m

Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruiting.
Feed with citrus fertiliser in spring and summer.
Prune lightly to maintain shape and airflow.

Sandy soils: Improve with organic matter to retain moisture.
Loamy soils: Ideal for healthy growth and fruiting.
Clay soils: Improve drainage before planting.

Citrus sinensis ‘Washington Navel’ – Washington Navel Orange Tree is expected to grow 30–60 cm per year (moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Washington Navel Orange shows moderate drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods when planted in well-drained soil, though consistent watering will support optimal fruit production and tree health.