How Big Do Valencia Orange Trees Get?

Valencia orange trees grow in a variety of sizes that can be found in orchards, yards and decorative indoor containers. The hardy Valencia is the only variety of orange tree that produces two crops of fruit during the summer, which makes it equally popular as an agricultural crop and as a decorative plant.

Size

Valencia orange trees grow from 8 to 12 feet tall in orchards or gardens. Dwarf varieties are suitable for growing indoors in containers, and the height of the trees is dictated by the size of the pot. They generally reach heights of 2 to 4 feet when planted in a container.

Identification

Valencia orange trees are a type of evergreen plant that has shiny-green, oval-shaped foliage and fragrant flowers, with oranges that are 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter. The oranges have a moderately thick peel, few seeds and an appealing orange color.

Cultivation

All sizes of Valencia orange trees have a large range of climate adaptability. The trees thrive in Zones 6 to 11. They are not difficult to cultivate, although they are affected by cold.

Features

Valencia orange trees have beautiful foliage and tree shape and are popular container plants. The peel color, juice color, flavor and texture of Valencia oranges make them one of the most popular oranges for both commercial production and fresh fruit markets.

Geography

The Valencia orange is grown around the world; it is the most widely planted orange variety. Valencia oranges are the main variety of orange in Florida, where they were introduced in the late 1800s.

Fun Fact

Orange County, California, was named after the Valencia orange. Before the 1990s, when high property values hit and caused orchards to fold, it was the most successful crop in Southern California.

References

• University of Florida
• Texas A & M University
• Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden