Carter Navel Orange Budwood

Citrus sinensis.

Both the tree and fruit of this citrus variety are so similar to Washington that they are indistinguishable. Grown under the same conditions, however, the rind of Carter appears to be somewhat smoother and thinner, the flesh texture a little less firm and juicier, and the flavor somewhat sweeter (less tart). Carter is also slightly earlier in maturity.

Rootstocks of accession:  Carrizo citrange, C-35 citrange.

Season of ripeness at Riverside, California:  December to January.

Prepared by the Givaudan Citrus Variety Collection at The University of California Riverside.