Description
An easy-to-grow, unique fruit suitable for containers!
The Cara Cara Orange or “Red Navel” is the result of the cross-pollination of a Washington Navel Orange and a Brazilian Bahia Navel Orange. The fruit is seedless and easy to peel.
Loved by chefs and mixologists, this orange has pink-red flesh, packed with an amazing flavor to use in sauces and syrups. Traditional navel oranges are prized for their supremely sweet taste, Cara Cara oranges on the other hand are even sweeter, with less acidity and a hint of cranberry or blackberry overtones. These oranges are also often compared to blood oranges. However, blood oranges are more like grapefruit in terms of bitterness.
The Cara Cara Red Navel tree can grow up to 15-20 feet, but can be kept to 6-8 feet with pruning, perfect as a container tree for your patio! Provide this evergreen tree with enough sun, you will get a bounty of fresh oranges. Just pick the fruit when they are firm, shiny, heavy and when you start to smell the sweet aroma.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Easy-peel Skin; Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
| Zone Range | 2 - 11 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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