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Citrus sinensis Navelina. Mini Tree 120cm
Citrus are evergreen shrubs or trees, frequently spiny, with simple, leathery, aromatic leaves, usually with winged stalks, and often fragrant white or pink-tinged flowers, followed by large, juicy fruits.
A navel orange is a special type of orange which has a little surprise inside once it is peeled: a partially formed undeveloped fruit like a conjoined twin, located at the blossom end of the fruit. From the outside, the blossom end is reminiscent of a human navel, leading to the common name of “navel orange.” These oranges are cultivated primarily in Brazil, California, Arizona, and Florida and Valencia, and they are among the most common and popular of orange varieties.
Cultivation
In summer it will thrive in a sunny, sheltered position, but it will need protection in winter - ideally being moved to a cool conservatory.
Compost: neutral or acidic soil. Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost in full light.
Aspect: West or South facing. Sheltered.
Flowers: White in Spring and Summer.
Foliage: Dark Green.
Fruits: Orange and Yellow in Summer and Autumn.
Evergreen.
The flowers give off a fabulous fragrance!
Suggested Plant Uses: Architectural, City/Courtyard Gardens, Patio/Container Plants or Sub-tropical.
Please note: these trees are not supplied with fruit.
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