Botanical Name: Citrus grandis paradisi 'Marsh'
Common Name: Marsh Grapefruit
Type of Plant: dicot: tree
Character evergreen
 
Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape an erect, single-trunk tree, with ascending and spreading branches forming a dense oval to rounded canopy; similar in overall appearance to orange trees
Height 20-30'(40')
Spread 2/3 to equal
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure outdoors full sun required; grows poorly in shade
Soil a well-draining loam is preferred; avoid wet adobe soil
Hardiness some frost (zones 8, 9, 12, 13, 18-24); warm valley areas
 
Morphology:
Leaves pinnate, alternate, elliptic-oval or ovate; 3-5" long, dark green; petiole distinctly winged; leaves longer, glossier than orange leaves
Flowers white, solitary or in axillary clusters; 1" long, fragrant; spring-summer
Fruit a hesperidium; globe-shaped, 4-6" diameter, yellow
 
Propagation:
grafting
 
Usage:
mostly used as a fruit tree; plant away from heavily irrigated lawn areas
 
Landscape Care:
Watering a regular deep soak; plant tolerates some drought but has better fruit production if irrigated frequently
Fertilizing 3 times annually (spring, early summer, fall); add iron, zinc
Pruning very little required on older trees
Pests/Diseases aphids, spider mites, mealy bug, snails, slugs
Special Conditions/Other
 
Origin: China
Family: Rutaceae

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