Swingle Citrumelo (Trifoliate Orange x Citrus paradisi)
DESCRIPTION
Swingle Citrumelo (trifoliate Orange x Citrus paradisi) is a particular cold tollerant Citrus variety coming from a cross between a Trifoliate resistent Orange, and a Grapefruit.
It’s also used as a rootstock.
ORIGIN
It seems to originate from California, US.
PLANT
-Tree features: Plant is so vigorous in growth! Big branches grow very fast and strong.
It’ s usually a little bit thorny.
-Leaves: Leaves are typically “trifoliate” as the Poncirus ones, bright green in colour and bigger.
FRUIT
-Shape: Fruit is a medium pear-shaped wild lemon.
-Flavour: Skin is medium in aroma, juice is acid and very seedy.
-Colour: Light yellow to deep yellow outside, according to climate conditions.
Pulp is usually light yellow in colour.
SEASON OF RIPENESS
Season of ripeness: It usually starts to ripen from November to Spring according to climate conditions.
It usually starts to bloom during Spring time.
HOW TO USE IT
-In the Kitchen: We’ve never tried it in the kitchen, but we think it can be used just like a classic lemon.
-Ornamental: It’s one of the most important Citrus ornamental variety because of its vigour and its cold tollerance.
COLD RESISTENCE
According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -12°C.
This variety needs to be maintained like a normal Lemon.
If you’d like to find out about how to maintain citrus, you can follow us on YouTube
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Shipping times
Orders are processed and handled directly by us.
During the high season (February–June), due to high demand, shipping might require between 7 and 15 business days from the order confirmation; in some cases, a few additional business days might be needed.
However, we would always strive to ship your order as quickly as possible.
If you have special requirements or need specific shipping times, we invite you to contact us: together we would find the best solution to meet your needs. -
Possible variations in shape and size
Plants may differ from the descriptions shown on the product pages. -
Care and cultivation practices
We personally carry out sowing, grafting, cutting, pruning, and repotting every year.
Each plant is a living being that grows in its own way and time, influenced by many factors. -
Seasonal variations
The characteristics shown on the website may vary depending on the season and the plant’s growth stage.
Thank you for your understanding and trust!