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Pummelo - Watsons Choice

Citrus maxima
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Developed in Australia, this is a small, sweet pummelo fruit with moderate amounts of juice. Flesh is light coloured with a pinky blush. Smooth skinned, with the typical thick rind of the pummelo. Will be seedless when grown on its own, and flowers and fr... Read More
Other Names: K15

$39.00

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Specifications of Pummelo - Watsons Choice

Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From GraftedLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? No (Full Size)

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest Months April, May, June, July

Fertiliser All Purpose, Compost, Dolomite/Lime

Plant Width 2-4m

Growth Rate Medium

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