Description
Midnight Valencia is a refined take on the classic Valencia orange—grown for clean, seedless fruit and deeply satisfying juice late in the citrus season.
It delivers the rich, full juice quality Valencias are known for, without the distraction of seeds, making it especially enjoyable at the juicer or cutting board. The fruit is medium to large, often slightly oblong, and prized for its consistently good internal quality.
Harvest timing varies by region, but Midnight Valencia belongs firmly in the Valencia class, offering a dependable supply of flavorful oranges when earlier varieties have finished.
Overview
- Valencia-style orange selected for virtually seedless fruit.
- Medium to large fruit with excellent juice quality.
- Best suited to juicing and slicing.
- Late-season harvest extending the citrus calendar.
- Self-fertile.
Growing Details
Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis ’Midnight Valencia’
Also Known As: Midknight Valencia
Site and Soil: Full sun; well-drained soil
Rootstock: 1-gallon trees on Flying Dragon; larger sizes on C-35
Hardiness: Best suited to USDA Zones 8–11; fruit damage often begins around ~26°F, with increased risk to the tree during prolonged cold below this range
Bearing Age: Often fruits immediately; grafted trees may produce in their first season
Size at Maturity:
• Flying Dragon: Compact, container-friendly habit
• C-35: Compact to medium-sized citrus tree
Note: Final size is influenced by pruning and container culture.
Bloom Time: Spring (timing varies by climate)
Ripening Time: Late season; timing varies by region within the Valencia harvest window
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile
Pests & Diseases: Similar to other sweet oranges; good airflow and drainage help reduce issues
Additional Notes
- Grower’s Insight: Midnight Valencia is especially satisfying for home growers who value clean fruit and great juice. The near-seedless flesh makes processing noticeably easier compared to standard Valencias.
- Regional Insight: Performs best in warm citrus regions, but can be grown successfully in cooler climates with container culture and winter protection.
- Explore more orange varieties in our collection: Orange Trees
