Trovita Orange Tree
Citrus sinensis 'Trovita'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Trovita Orange Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 9 - 10 (patio 4 - 10)
If you're looking for the perfect orange tree to add to your home garden, try the Trovita Orange Tree (Citrus sinensis 'Trovita')! This tasty Orange has thin skin, so it's very easy to peel. The exquisite flavor is sweet and mild - a real kid favorite! Grownups love it because of its reputation as a reliable producer for home gardeners, and because the fruit harvest stores well for months.
Trovita Orange is a gorgeous glossy broadleaved evergreen tree that won’t get taller than 10 feet tall! Small gardens and lots can readily accommodate this space-saving Edible gardening specimen! Ornamental too, the spring flush of fragrant white blossoms is not something to overlook, because your pollinators certainly won’t!
Trovita is well-known for an extra-long season of harvest. Add this variety to enjoy fresh oranges from February to November! You'll love the flavor of this variety for juicing, fresh eating and snacking. The fruit ripens and blooms in spring, so you'll be able to enjoy the incredible fresh fragrance and the delicious fruit at the same time! The size of this tree can vary greatly depending on where it is grown. Mature size can be 10-20 feet tall, and may spread 8-12 feet unless pruned smaller.
Planting and Application:
These are lovely specimens and accents for front and back-yard gardening! Plus they offer great privacy and screening, as well as succulent fruit and fragrant blossoms! Trovita is easily grown in the ground, or in containers with a bit of pruning to keep their size in check.
Northern gardeners find this tree suits their climates better because this Citrus tree doesn't require the intense period of heat needed by other varieties to develop that excellent flavor. It will need to be brought indoors for the cold months, so find any bright sunny window or greenhouse to keep them happy, before returning them to your porch or patio for the summer months.
- Round Orange Fruit With Incredible Flavor
- Grow Indoors or Out
- Great for Eating or Juicing
- Fragrant White Flowers
- Enjoy a Long Season Of Harvest
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Trovita Trees are low-maintenance Citrus Trees. Just give them full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate water! Container and in-ground plants like to dry out a bit between waterings. Provide a slightly acidic soil environment and a regular fertilizer routine using an acid-loving plant fertilizer. Prune for size and to maintain an open canopy for airflow and sunlight penetration after harvest.
If the temperatures in your area ever dip below that 40°F range or are prone to overnight frosts, then you need to be ready to protect your tree.
Although Citrus can grow year-round in warmer regions (zones 9 and 10), they can also thrive in colder areas (zones 4 to 7) as long as the tree is brought indoors prior to the first frost of winter.
In zone 8, you can cover your tree in the event of a cold snap or unexpected overnight freeze. Citrus will need to be planted in a sheltered spot to avoid the worst of the chill, and not planted in a low area that collects cold air. If a spot like that is unavailable, or you are in a chill-prone climate, then you are safer planting Citrus Trees in a large, deep container with wheels to easily move them to a protected location or indoors when needed.
In cold growing zones, begin slowly acclimating your tree indoors in the fall, or into a protected location, eventually moving your tree inside. Indoor plants need a bright indirect sun window, greenhouse, sunroom, or enclosed patio for the winter. In spring, reverse this process and begin acclimating your tree to again be back out in the full sun all summer. This reduces stress and leaf drop.
- Full Sun
- Acidic Well-Drained Soil
- Provide Regular Fertilizer
- Prune After Fruiting
Trovita Orange Trees are shipped as large, mature trees so you’ll not wait as long for fruit! Order today, before NatureHills.com sells out. These can be grown anywhere in the United States, but we do follow all agricultural regulations for shipping Citrus.
Very Juicy Sweet Orange for Cool Climates
Howard B. Frost worked at the University of California's Citrus Experimental Station in Riverside, California from 1913 to the late 1950's. During this early period of genetic research, Frost would contribute to the basic understanding of the genetic behavior of Citrus. Frost was a pioneer in Citrus hybridization efforts and is credited with recognizing and describing the mechanism to produce seedless Citrus fruit.
The Trovita Orange was not a specific hybrid created by Frost, rather it was a seedling from a fallen fruit, thought to be a Washington Navel Orange. The fact that the Washington Navel was typically seedless must have occurred to Frost when he discovered the fruit in 1916. However, he had sharp eyes for desirable traits and watched this seedling closely.
The Trovita Orange was a bit smaller than the Washington and had some seeds, but other qualities were apparent. Trovita was very juicy, much more so than the Washington. Trovita had a very pleasant orange flavor and ripened in the early spring near the end of the Washington Navel's fruiting season. In addition, the fruit would remain on the tree for a long time and maintain its great flavor into July in citrus growing areas.
In 1928, Frost named it Trovita (Esperanto for "found") and in 1935 it was released for distribution. Although it didn't draw much attention from the California Citrus Growers, the Arizona Citrus industry found it to be highly adapted to the hot dry desert climate. Fast becoming associated with the Arizona Sweet Oranges, Trovita became a popular commercial selection in Arizona which it remains today.
Trovita came into its own in the home garden market, primarily due to its ripening time. By the mid-1970s, it was distributed throughout the entire state of California and Arizona, including tremendous success on the California Coast, where traditionally Sweet Oranges do not sweeten well. The Trovita became the #1 variety of orange recommended for cool climate plantings.
Today, the Trovita remains popular for its great taste and wide range of adaptations. It is currently being recommended for those wishing to experiment with indoor/outdoor growing of sweet oranges. We know Frost would wish you well!
