Tiger Navel Orange Tree (Citrus sinensis)

Tiger Navel Orange Tree - A rare, variegated citrus with delicious striped fruit

Why You'll Love the Tiger Navel Orange Tree

• Rare variegated orange tree with striped fruit and colorful foliage
• Produces delicious, sweet, juicy navel oranges with low acidity
• Beautiful ornamental green-and-cream variegated leaves year-round
• Excellent container orange tree for patios, decks, and sunny indoor spaces
• Fragrant white citrus blossoms in spring

The Tiger Navel Orange Tree is a rare and striking citrus variety prized for both its ornamental beauty and edible fruit. Its variegated green-and-cream foliage provides year-round visual interest, while its uniquely striped oranges make it a standout in any garden or collection- sparking conversation wherever it’s grown.

The delicious striped fruit is medium-sized, sweet, juicy, and low in acidity - similar in flavor to a classic Washington Navel Orange but with added visual appeal. As it ripens, the skin develops golden-orange tones accented by natural green striping. Like other navel oranges, the fruit is typically seedless or nearly seedless and easy to peel.

Fragrant white blossoms appear in spring, filling the air with a classic citrus perfume before fruit sets. Citrus growers appreciate that it offers beauty with its variegated foliage, grows well in containers on patios or balconies, and produces sweet, delicious oranges. Because this is a rare citrus, availability is limited and highly sought after by variegated plant collectors and citrus enthusiasts.

Tiger Navel Orange Tree is perfect for:

• Indoor growers with bright windows or sunrooms
• Patio and balcony container gardens in warm months
• Beginners wanting an easy, rewarding citrus tree
• Rare fruiting plant and citrus collectors
• Unique, living gifts with edible rewards
• Gardeners looking for ornamental + edible plants in one

Quick Care Facts

• Light: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)
• Water: Moderate; allow surface of soil to reach visual dryness
• Humidity: Moderate (40–60% ideal)
• Temperature: 50–85°F ideal range (protect from frost)
• Hardiness Zone: 9–11
• Growth Habit: Compact in containers with occasional pruning

Frequently Asked Questions

• Question: What makes Tiger Navel Orange Tree unique?
  Answer: Tiger Navel Orange Tree is known for its beautiful variegated foliage and unusual striped fruit. Few citrus varieties combine ornamental beauty and sweet edible fruit so successfully.
  
• Question: What do Tiger Navel oranges taste like?
  Answer: Tiger Navel oranges are delicious, sweet, juicy, and low in acidity. Their flavor is similar to a high-quality navel orange and is best enjoyed fresh.
  
  
• Question: Is Tiger Navel Orange Tree self-pollinating?
  Answer: Yes. Tiger Navel Orange Tree is self-fertile, so a single tree can produce fruit without another citrus tree nearby.
  
  
• Question: Can Tiger Navel Orange Tree grow in a container?
  Answer: Absolutely. Tiger Navel Orange Tree performs exceptionally well in containers and is one of the best citrus trees for patios and small spaces.
  
  
• Question: Can Tiger Navel Orange Tree be grown indoors
  Answer: Yes. Provide a bright location with several hours of direct sunlight each day. Many gardeners successfully grow Tiger Navel Orange Tree in sunrooms and near sunny windows.
  
  
• Question: How much sunlight does Tiger Navel Orange Tree need?
  Answer: Tiger Navel Orange Tree grows best with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
  
  
• Question: How long does it take Tiger Navel Orange Tree to produce fruit?Answer: Grafted trees often begin producing fruit within a few years, depending on growing conditions and plant maturity.
  
  
• Question: When does Tiger Navel Orange Tree produce fruit?
  Answer: Fruit typically matures during the cooler months, with fruit harvests often occurring from late fall through winter.
  
  
• Question: How large does Tiger Navel Orange Tree get?
  Answer: When grown in containers, Tiger Navel Orange Tree remains compact and manageable. Occasional pruning can help maintain the desired size.
  
  
• Question: Is Tiger Navel Orange Tree a rare citrus variety?
  Answer: Yes. Tiger Navel Orange Tree is considered a rare collector citrus and is often available only in limited quantities.
  

This is a grafted plant in a 4" pot.