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Best production in full sun, but tolerates semi-shade. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sun daily.
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Grapefruit Tree - Shaddock
Citrus maxima 'Shaddock'
R330.00
Large Ancestral Pomelo!
- Very large mild citrus fruit — warm, sunny position required.
Shaddock (pomelo) is a large-fruited citrus with thick rind and mild, refreshing flesh — the ancestral parent of modern grapefruit.
Self-fertile. Needs a warm, sunny, frost-protected position.
This product cannot be delivered to Free State, Northern Cape.
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Shaddock Grapefruit / Pomelo for Sale
Shaddock (Citrus maxima), also known as pomelo, produces very large fruit with thick rind and mild sweet-tart flesh. It is the ancestral parent of modern grapefruit and a distinctive addition to a home citrus collection.
Plant in excellent drainage with regular feeding and frost protection for young trees.
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Appearance
Very large fruit with thick rind and mild pale flesh.
Harvest Time
Winter to early spring depending on climate.
Year to Bear
Grafted trees can produce fruit in the first year of planting!
Growth Rate
Medium citrus tree — allow space or grow in a large container.
Container Friendly?
Citrus grow exceptionally well in containers. Choose a large pot with excellent drainage, use a bark-based potting mix and position in the warmest, sunniest spot available.
Watering
Keep plants consistently moist but avoid overwatering. Water deeply once a week, allowing the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Container-grown trees may need more frequent watering.
Temperature
Needs frost protection when young. Prefers warm subtropical conditions.
Chilling
No chilling requirement.
Pollination Info
Self-fertile.
Planting & Care Guide
Plant in very well-drained, light, aerated soil — clay soils and waterlogging are fatal to citrus. If planting in a pot, use a good quality bark-based potting mix with added river sand and ensure excellent drainage.
Citrus are heavy feeders. Apply a 6:1:5 fertiliser at monthly intervals throughout the growing season. Supplement regularly with magnesium sulphate (Epsom salts) and iron chelates to prevent yellowing.
Keep plants consistently moist but be careful not to overwater. Monitor for aphids, scale, mealybug and citrus psylla — treat with any product containing imidacloprid.
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