DESCRIPTION
Thai Pomelo is a unique Citrus variety of our collection
ORIGIN
This variety probably comes from South-eastern Asia, more precisely, as the name suggest, from Thailand.
PLANT
-Tree features: The plant is vigorous, with big-strong branches (with a typical hair)
-Leaves: Leaves are light green in colour, very big in size, lanceolate to double in shape.
FRUIT
-Shape: The fruit is a giant oriental Pomelo, sometimes a little bit oblate to pear shaped in shape, very big in size (it can be more than 3kg).
-Flavour: Thai Pomelo has an interesting flavour. It’s usually sweet with a slightly acid-sour aftertaste.
-Colour: The colour is green to light yellow on the outside, light yellow to slightly pink on the inside.
SEASON OF RIPENESS
Season of ripeness: Fruits tend to ripen from mid November to the end of December, according to the season.
It usually starts to bloom during Spring time.
HOW TO USE IT
-In the Kitchen: Fruits can be used just like a classic grapefruit. Skin is also used to be candied, or to produce interesting cakes and liquors.
-Ornamental: Dued to its impressive shape and size, this variety has a very high ornamental value.
COLD RESISTENCE
According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -3°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!
