Valencia Orange Tree

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Description

About Valencia Orange Trees

Valencia are the most popular oranges used to make orange juice. In fact, they are grown in Florida more than any other orange variety for producing juice. The Valencia orange is valued for its sweet-tart taste, juiciness, and the beautiful bright orange color of the juice squeezed from it. Our Valencia orange trees are seedless.

This citrus tree ripens in the summer, which is unusual for orange trees, and may bloom again while fruit remains on the tree. This can allow for multiple harvests. Ripe fruit can be left on the tree and harvested as desired, rather than needing to be harvested immediately.

This is a sweet orange, citrus sinensis ‘Valencia’, as opposed to a bitter orange. The origin of this variety is disputed, but it was named after the city of Valencia in Spain, which is known for its orange production.

This is the perfect plant to accent your patio or sunroom—with the bonus of juicy oranges! Enjoy attractive green leaves, beautiful white blossoms, and orange-scented flowers. Valencia oranges are bright orange. Potted oranges should be brought indoors during winter months.

The Fruit

Valencia oranges are medium in size, with a thin rind that is difficult to peel, and very juicy. The peel contains many oil glands, making gratings from the rind a delicious addition to many foods. The flavor is sweet. A good source of fiber, they also contain vitamin C, folate (vitamin B9), thiamine (vitamin B1), potassium, and antioxidants.

Enjoy Valencia oranges in a variety of ways! Squeeze fresh to make orange juice or marmalade. The juice and zest can be added to desserts, such as orange cakes, cookies, and muffins. Pair with cranberries for delicious baked goods and relishes. Oranges also pair well in desserts with chocolate, with vegetables such as asparagus, and in drinks like tea.

Growing Valencia Oranges

Valencia orange trees need full sun. Planted in the ground, these citrus trees can reach eight to ten feet tall. The mature size can be kept smaller by pruning. In a garden pot, the tree’s height will be reduced by the size of the pot. Bring your potted trees indoors for the winter in cooler climates. The plant is heat tolerant.

This is a self-pollinating fruit tree variety, so outdoor trees will produce fruit by natural means. Indoor trees can be pollinated by hand using a small paintbrush.

See below for more information about USDA plant hardiness zones and planting and care.

Make the dream of enjoying fresh squeezed orange juice straight from your own trees happen by buying a beautiful Valencia Orange tree!

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Fruit Color Orange
Fruit Size Medium - Large
Hardiness Zone Range 2 - 11, Outdoor Planting: 8 - 11
Pollination Self-Pollinating
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained - Average Moistness
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.5
Taste Sweet
Texture Thick Skin
Years to Bear 1 - 2

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 2 - 11 Outdoors: 8 - 11
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
This item can be grown in colder climates if it's planted in a container and brought indoors during the winter months. If you're planting it outdoors in the ground, we recommend being within the outdoor zone range.

Pollination

This variety is self pollinating.

In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow citrus trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

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Why did you choose this?

This tree is known for its juicy and sweet oranges, perfect for fresh juice or snacking. I grew up eating valencia oranges as a child, loved them! Perhaps you wanted to enjoy homegrown citrus and…

I love trees

Until recently, we enjoyed fresh fruit on a regular (daily) basis, usually whatever was in season, but occasionally willing to pay the premium (if necessary) . With all of the issues going on in the…

I wanted an orange in my citrus tree collection

What is the one gallon pot?

It arrives in a pot that holds about one gallon. My tree has done well, although it hasn't bloomed yet.

Can I use regular potting soil or do I need to just coco fiber potting medium only?

I'm utilizing normal potting soil with regular fertilizer application. Plant is doing very well.

can i grow this tree in a pot?

Yes mine has been in a pot since I got it. It is doing great and I do not have a green thumb. Hope this helps.

Do the need brought inside during winter?

It depends on where you live. I live on the coast of South Carolina. My Valencia orange is in a pot. I put it under the porch and cover pot in the winter.

watering???? orange tree

Adequate drainage is essential for citrus plants. Once in its growing container, the following guidelines will help you provide for your plant’s watering needs. When grown in a container, citrus plants prefer a deep watering over frequent, light watering. Deep watering promotes deeper root growth and strengthens your tree. It’s fine to allow the top of the soil to dry out, but the roots like to be moist.
The quality of the water is key. If your tap water is hard (alkaline), it will cause elements in your soil to become unavailable to the plant.
Adding a teaspoon of vinegar to a quart of water will increase soil acidity.

how to get a orange tree produce oranges?

It depends on a number of factors- how long have you had the citrus tree, what zone you are in and whether you are keeping the plant indoors or at least in the garage during cold months, are you using citrus fertilizer? I live in zone 8, I keep my tree in the garage under grow lights from late October until April and then I bring my citrus trees (Valencia, key lime and lemon) into my greenhouse. When the temperatures are warmer, I will bring them outside. I have them in self-watering pots because I am gone 4 days a week. I purchased all three citrus trees about 3 years ago and I still haven’t had any lemons. It looks like I will this year. Good luck. I am learning along the way myself.

Is tree inside ?

I keep mine outside as long as night temps are above 50 degrees F. Once temps at night drop below 50 degrees I bring it inside and put in a south facing window.

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How Kong before plant gives fruit?

We bought our first Valencia tree 2 yrs ago. This year we have our first crop of about 25 oranges.

Is this dwarf or semi dwarf?

This is a dwarf,When your tree matures, it will be approximately 8 - 10' tall x 4 - 5' wide.

Customer Reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 18, 2025
So far so good. Been months and are still looking healthy. Left them in their pot so they could get used to its environment. Will plant next year spring.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 18, 2025
Valencia Orange Tree
It is thriving beautifully, although no flowers or fruit yet. It has amazing shiny, green leaves and has grown about 50%. When will I see flowering?

Thank you,
D
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 5, 2025
I Couldn't Have Asked For A Better Tree
Very pleased with the size and condition of my tree! This was the 2-3ft option, it was perfectly packaged and shipped with care.
Rated 5 out of 5
Dec 30, 2024
Valencia orange tree
This tree is thriving and growing strong. Looking forward to seeing so fruit the next season.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 22, 2024
Valencia orange tree.
My Valencia Orange tree arrived beautiful. Healthy and well packaged.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 9, 2024
Growing a potted orchard in Iowa
I started with just a stick, so I thought, and this tree has truly exceeded my expectations and is growing beautifully in the pot. ??????
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 8, 2024
Nice size quality plant arrived in good shape. I have not had it long enough to get fruit from it, but it's doing well in the large pot that I put it in.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 1, 2024
Healthy Tree!
Tree was healthy upon receipt! The tree has since thrived showing significant new growth! Can't wait until it flowers! Thank you!!
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 19, 2024
Love My Valencia
its absolutely beautiful. When I first received my Valencia I was somewhat doubtful given it was so small. I put it in a fairly large pot and it has grown in quite nicely. I am really happy with what I get from from Starks!
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 12, 2024
Doing great so far very pleased looking forward to the years to come Thank you