The propagation of the pomelo
In its subtropical home, the pomelo tree can grow very tall: the plant can reach up to 15 meters and develop a broad, spreading crown. Branches of not grafted trees have many axillary thorns up to five centimeters long. But even with us you can usually grow your own pomelo tree from the seed core of a purchased pomelo without any problems. The pomelo - whether grapefruit or hybrid product - is very vigorous and also easier to care for than other types of citrus. The tree is less sensitive to cold (not frost!) And can therefore remain outdoors for a longer period of time. In addition to propagation via seeds, vegetative propagation via cuttings is also possible. To shorten the long youth phase of the tree, you should look for Poncirus trifoliata, the bitter lemon or the three-leaved orange,refine.
also read
- The best time to harvest pomelo
- Exotic pomelo is in season all year round
- The origin of the pomelo
Maintaining a pomelo
Caring for pomelo is very similar to caring for other citrus species, as the demands of the plants are almost the same. The pomelo
- needs a fully sunny, sheltered place outdoors during the growing season
- needs to be watered regularly but moderately
- does not tolerate waterlogging
- should be fertilized with liquid citrus fertilizer about every two weeks
- needs loose, permeable soil (best citrus earth)
- and always a bright location
- In addition, the pomelo should be cut at least once a year, it is very vigorous
Hibernate pomelo
Like all other citrus plants, the pomelo does not tolerate frost, even if it is otherwise less sensitive to cooler temperatures. In winter you should place the plant in a not too warm, but bright location and water it occasionally (but not too often!). Temperatures between five and ten degrees Celsius are ideal in winter quarters. The following applies to all citrus plants, including pomelo: the warmer the plant, the lighter its surroundings must be. Due to its sensitivity to frost, the pomelo should not be planted in the garden
Tips & Tricks
The New Zealand grapefruit, which is very similar to pomelo, is probably best suited for keeping in our latitudes. The “New Zealand Grape” has grapefruit-like, flat-wide fruits that are very mild. This tree needs significantly less heat than a normal grapefruit or pomelo and also ripens earlier.
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