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Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit

Scientific Name: Citrus x paradisi 'Redblush'

Also Known As

  • Citrus paradisi 'Ruby Red'
  • Citrus x paradisi 'Ruby Red'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 10'-20'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit plant details

Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In winter flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grapefruit in a pot becomes a possibility with the outstanding ornamental appeal and delicious pink flesh fruit of this well known variety. It makes the most delightful potted specimen. With a well branched growth habit, fruiting easily remains contained. The flowers are intensely fragrant bringing waves of sensual delight in mid-winter. The 'Ruby Red' Pink Grapefruit holds its fruit well throughout the winter months.

Gardening facts about Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit plant

How to Grow Ruby Red Pink Grapefruit

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 5'-10'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 6'-10'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 8'-29'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-10'

Width: 5'-8'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 5'-12'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
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