description Newhall Navel Orange Overview
The Newhall Navel Orange is an early-season sweet orange variety that originated as a limb mutation of the Washington Navel in California. It produces medium-to-large fruit with a deep orange rind and ripens approximately two to four weeks earlier than standard Washington Navel oranges. The variety is valued by growers for its attractive external appearance and good flavor profile. Newhall is cultivated in citrus-producing regions with Mediterranean climates, including California and Spain.
help Newhall Navel Orange FAQ
How much earlier does a Newhall navel orange ripen than a standard Washington navel?
Newhall is an early-maturing selection and generally colors and ripens ahead of standard Washington navel fruit. At the University of California, Riverside collection, its listed ripening season is November through January.
Where did the Newhall navel orange originate?
The original Newhall budline arose as a limb sport of a Washington navel tree in the Duarte area of California. It was selected by Paul Hackney of the Newhall Land and Water Company.
How can I tell a Newhall orange from a regular Washington navel?
Newhall fruit tends to be slightly smaller and more elongated, with deeper orange rind and flesh color. It still has the characteristic secondary fruit or navel at the blossom end.
Does the Newhall navel orange contain seeds?
Like other commercial navel oranges, Newhall is considered seedless and is primarily grown for fresh eating. Its early maturity makes it useful for extending the navel season before midseason Washington selections peak.
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