Valencia Orange

The Valencia Orange is the classic juicing orange, prized for its sweet flavor, juiciness, and late-season harvest. Known as the “orange juice orange,” it’s perfect for Southern yards or container growing anywhere in the country. Growing Zones • In-Ground: USDA Zones 9–11 (cold-hardy to about 28°F once established). • In Containers/Patios: USDA Zones 4–11 (bring indoors or into a protected space during winter). Tree Size • In-Ground: Mature size about 12–15 ft tall and wide. • In Containers: Easily kept 6–8 ft tall, perfect for patios, porches, or balconies. • At Shipping: 4x9 inch pot size, 2-3 ft height (will vary!) Light & Care • Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for best growth and fruiting. • Plant in well-draining soil; use a large pot with drainage holes if container-grown. • Water when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid soggy soil. • Feed with a quality citrus fertilizer during the growing season. Fruit Details • Ripening Time: Late season — typically March through June. • Fruit Traits: • Medium to large oranges with thin rind • Very juicy, sweet-tart flavor • The best variety for juicing and fresh-squeezed orange juice • Self-Fertile: One tree will produce fruit on its own. • Grafted: Grown on hardy rootstock for reliability and earlier fruiting. Why Customers Love It • The best orange for juicing. • Produces late in the season, extending orange harvest. • Compact size works in both landscapes and containers. • Fragrant blossoms and glossy evergreen foliage. • A classic citrus variety with dependable crops. Shipping Info: • We ship healthy, well rooted plants direct from USDA Hardiness Zone 9 • We are unable to ship live plants to Texas, California, Florida, and Arizona due to agricultural restrictions • We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or the U.S. Territories • Shipments go out on Tuesdays ONLY. Orders placed on Sunday & Monday will be sent with the next week's Tuesday Shipment. • We do not ship live plants during extreme weather conditions • Leaves may experience slight wilt or yellowing in transit but will bounce back quickly with proper care. • Please consult our shipping & return policies for more detail