Citrus x paradisi
The grapefruit (Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium, Syn: Citrus × paradisi)
Grafted
Grapefruit is a citrus hybrid that originated in Barbados in the 18th century. It is an accidental cross between the sweet orange and the pomelo or shaddock, both of which were introduced from Asia in the 17th century.
The tree will typically grow to 4-6m tall.
Tree maintenance
The grapefruit (Citrus × aurantium f. aurantium, Syn: Citrus × paradisi)
Grafted
Grapefruit is a citrus hybrid that originated in Barbados in the 18th century. It is an accidental cross between the sweet orange and the pomelo or shaddock, both of which were introduced from Asia in the 17th century.
The tree will typically grow to 4-6m tall.
Tree maintenance
- Grapefruit requires minimal care once established.
- Remove any small fruit that develop within the first two years.
- Pruning is occasionally needed to remove suckers and shoots from the rootstock (near the base of the plant), and from the canopy if there is any deadwood or crowded branches.
- Fertilise with a slow release organic citrus fertiliser in spring, summer and autumn.
- Water regularly whilst the plant is getting established, but once established, grapefruit is tolerant of dry conditions.
- Water regularly when flowering and fruiting.
LCG October 2023
