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 Notes: |
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