Citrus Maxima (Pummelo) Grafted
Citrus Maxima (Pummelo) Grafted
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Citrus Maxima (Pummelo) Grafted is an attractive evergreen citrus tree prized for producing exceptionally large fruit with a thick rind and juicy, mildly sweet flesh. Depending on the variety and maturity, the flesh may range from pale yellow to pink and offers a refreshing flavour that is generally sweeter and less tart than grapefruit. The fruit can be enjoyed fresh or used in salads, juices, desserts and preserves.
Glossy green foliage, fragrant white spring blossoms and impressive yellow-to-pink fruit give this tree strong ornamental appeal throughout the year. It makes a rewarding addition to home orchards and warm, sunny gardens, providing shade, seasonal fragrance and generous edible harvests. Its unusual oversized fruit makes it an excellent choice for customers seeking a productive citrus tree that also creates an eye-catching garden feature.
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Mature height
Approximately 4–6 metres.
Mature width
Approximately 3–5 metres.
Spacing
Approximately 4–5 metres apart.
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy green foliage, fragrant white flowers, yellow to yellow-green fruit skin, and flesh ranging from pale yellow or white to pink.
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Fragrant white flowers generally appear in spring, followed by large fruit that typically ripens from late summer through autumn, approximately January to April in Australia.
Sun tolerance
Full sun for best flowering, fruit development and overall growth.
Maintenance
Moderate. Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry periods. Plant in fertile, well-drained soil, apply a suitable citrus fertiliser during active growth and prune lightly after fruiting to maintain shape. Remove any shoots growing from below the graft.
Root System
Shallow, fibrous and spreading, with structural roots providing anchorage and feeder roots concentrated near the soil surface. Root growth and final tree vigour may vary depending on the grafted rootstock. Avoid waterlogged soil and competition close to the trunk.