Species pummelo
light-yellow fruits with light-green leaves on brown twigs and branches and brown trunks

pummelo

Citrus maxima

The pummelo (Citrus maxima) is a unique and impressive citrus variety. It is the largest of all the citrus fruits and typically weighs up to 2 kilograms. The fruit has a thick rind, which protects its juicy and aromatic flesh. The sweet-tart flavor is both refreshing and mild; making it a great snack for any occasion. Its low calorie content makes it ideal for adding to smoothies and salads. It's loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which can help promote weight loss and overall health. Its health benefits make the pummelo an amazing fruit choice to enjoy year-round!

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

9 - 11

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Fruits:

green,yellow,pink Fruits Ready In Winter

Edible:

Yes

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Tropical:

Yes

watering

Pummelo (Citrus maxima) plants require moist but well-drained soil to thrive. Generally they need to be watered on a weekly basis, every 7 days, to ensure the root system stays adequately hydrated. The amount of water that needs to be applied should be enough to thoroughly moisten the soil to a depth of at least 1 to 2 inches, with a watering can or a garden hose. If rainfall has been adequate for the week, additional irrigation may not be needed.

sunlight

Pummelo (Citrus maxima) is a subtropical plant species that needs a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to flourish. The best time to expose the plant to direct sunlight is in the morning and afternoon hours when the sun is low in the sky and the intensity of the light is lower.

pruning

Pummelo (Citrus maxima) should be pruned only lightly 1 to 3 times in a growing season. Pruning should generally take place from late winter to early spring, as this is the time of year when the plant is least in need of its leaves for photosynthesis. It is important to make sure not to remove too much foliage, as this can seriously weaken the plant. Pruning should be focused on removing any skewed or weak branches, as well as any foliage that does not receive direct sunlight. Any branches that have become too large should also be trimmed back to a more manageable size. Pruning slowly and steadily throughout the year to maintain a healthy, balanced shape is recommended.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Citrus maxima (pummelo) typically begins in late October and continues through December.

Starts Flowering

Pummelo typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Pummelo typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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