Citrus Lovers' Favorite Grapefruit It's the grapefruit for those who don't like grapefruit! The Oroblanco Grapefruit tree bears an extremely popular white-fleshed grapefruit with a much milder flavor than other varieties. The Oroblanco Grapefruit is sweet and seedless, making it stand out from its more bitter counterparts. The Oroblanco grows best in coastal, warmer zones (9-10) due to its preference for heat. It does not tolerate freezing temperatures and can be planted in containers and brought indoors in winter in colder regions (Zones 4-8). The Oroblanco is a semi-dwarf tree only growing up to 15-20 ft in the ground and 8 ft. in containers, making it ideal for smaller spaces and patios. This tree produces large, pale green to yellow fruit in mid-winter that ripens in spring. The Oroblanco provides additional visual interest with its large, fragrant white flowers and glossy foliage. If you love citrus and are looking for a mild, sweet grapefruit to add to your landscape or home orchard, the Oroblanco Grapefruit Tree has everything you're looking for. Order yours today! Planting & Care 1. Planting: Choose a spot that gets at least 8 hours of sunlight per day. For best results, this spot should be a sunny, frost, and wind-free location with southern exposure. Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the rootball. Backfill the hole and fill up loosely with soil, ensuring the tree is secured and standing up straight. To plant your grapefruit tree in a container, choose a starter pot that is 3-5 gallons with excellent drainage. Bring the container indoors if the temperature gets below 32 degrees. 2. Watering: Water deeply after planting. Allow the top of the soil to dry out between watering and up to 9 inches down. Citrus trees prefer to be watered deeply and less frequently. A wilted tree that revives within 24 hours of watering indicates the roots got too dry. A tree with yellow or cupped leaves or leaves that don't look perky after watering can indicate overwatering. In that case, water less frequently. Generally, watering deeply once a week is sufficient for ground and container-planted trees. 3. Fertilizing: Feed this tree with a balanced fertilizer monthly during the spring, summer and early fall months. Apply according to label instructions. 4. Pruning: Prune the tree in early spring to maintain a desirable shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Remove all lower growth "suckers" as soon as they pop up to encourage healthy growth. 4. Pollination: This tree is self-fertile, which means you will get fruit with only one plant.
