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There is a whole world of interesting facts – such as that the orange is actually a type of Berry - relating to the Common Orange that are fascinating. For example, did you know that:
Orange juice is one of the commodities traded on the New York Board of Trade.
Sweet orange oil, a by-product of the juice industry is produced by pressing the peel. It is used as a flavoring in food and drink and for its fragrance in perfume and aromatherapy.
It is an efficient cleaning agent which is promoted as being environmentally friendly. Its smell is considered more pleasant by some than those of other cleaning agents.
The orange blossom is traditionally associated with good fortune, and was popular in bridal bouquets and head wreaths for weddings for some time.
The petals of orange blossom can also be made into a delicately citrus-scented version of rosewater.
In Spain, fallen blossoms are dried and then used to make tea.
Orange blossom honey is produced by putting beehives in the citrus groves during bloom, which also pollinates seeded citrus varieties. Orange blossom honey is highly prized, and tastes much like orange.
All parts of the orange are used to make marmalade: the pith and pips are separated, and typically placed in a muslin bag where they are boiled in the juice (and sliced peel) to extract their pectin, aiding the setting process.
Orange peel is used by gardeners as a slug repellent.
Wow! All that from one fruit. Every garden should grow one.
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aka Navel Orange
Citrus. A good quality NZ orange with sweet and juicy, virtually seed-less fruit. Ripens from September onwards. Chock full of Vitamin C. Oranges are happiest in a sunny well drained position with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m
Orange Best Seedless
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
aka Valencia Orange
Citrus. A very good orange developed in NZ from a 'Valencia' seedling. The fruit is sweet and juicy with few seeds, produced in large quantities and holds well on the tree. The fruit ripens from summer through to autumn. Plant in a sunny well drained spot with protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 2m
Orange Harwood Late
Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$49.99
aka Navel Orange
Citrus. Considered by some as one of the best oranges in the world due to it's smooth texture, high juice content and low acidity. Fruit is slightly oblong, with excellent flavour and fine textured rind. Harvest July to September. Lasts well on the bush. Evergreen
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Bushy
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3.5m
Orange Navelate
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
aka Navel Orange
Citrus. 'Newhall' will be a great addition to your Citrus orchard as this orange tree has fruit of excellent quality and flavor. Crops really well and the fruit is ready around about October. Happiest in a warm sunny position. Evergreen.
Citrus Information Pages
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5 x 2m
Orange Newhall
Current Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
Container: 5.5l ?
$49.99
Wairere Nursery
826 Gordonton Road, R D 1, Hamilton 3281 Ph: (07) 824 3430 Email: