Grapefruit at Wairere Nursery

Grapefruit

The grapefruit is a sub-tropical citrus tree grown for its fruit which was originally named the "forbidden fruit" of Barbados – in fact it is still regarded as one of the “Seven wonders of Barbados”. It is unclear as to whether this is due to the abundance of the fruit on the tree – hence its name Grapefruit, so-called because it looks like a big bunch of golden grapes on the tree – or whether it is due to the phenomenal properties of the content of the fruit. The two major culinary uses for Grapefruit are Juice and Marmalade. Both are fantastic with a bit of sugar. But the Ruby Red grapefruits are superb for simply cutting open and eating. Great flavour – sweeter than the yellow-skinned cousin - but still astringent. And best when chilled.

Grapefruit is an excellent source of many of the nutrients and phytochemicals necessary for a healthy diet. It is a good source of vitamin C, pectin, fibre, and the pink and red hues contain the beneficial antioxidant lycopene. Studies have shown grapefruit helps lower cholesterol and there is evidence that the seeds have low levels of antioxidant properties. Grapefruit forms a core part of the "grapefruit diet", the theory being that the fruit';;s low glycaemic index is able to help the body's metabolism burn fat. And we all like to watch our weight! But beautiful bods aside, it seems to me that the Gorgeous Grapefruit was planted on the classic Kiwi quarter acre even before the Luscious Lemon. There has to be a good reason for our Ancestors to have placed such importance on the planting of this tree. However, with the subdivision craze having resulted in the choping up of land, not every section will now (but should) have its own grapefruit tree. Go get one!

READ LESS

Dwarf

Find out more at How to Grow Citrus

5 LISTINGS FOR GRAPEFRUIT

PAGE 1 ALL

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Grapefruit Cutlers Red

aka Grapefruit

Cutler Red has large, deep orange, sweet, juicy fruit with just a little zing, high in Vitamin A. The rind is thick. The fruit ripens July to November. Happiest in a sunny position with fertile well drained soil. Water well during hot dry summer periods. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Grapefruit Cutlers Red

Current Stock Height: 55/65 cm ?

Container: 5.5l ?

$49.99

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Grapefruit Golden Special

aka Grapefuit

Citrus. N.Z.'s most popular Grapefruit, 'Golden Special' has large juicy mostly seedless fruit that ripen July - November. Yummy for breakfast fruit, juicing or making delicious Marmalade. Grow in a sheltered position with fertile well drained soil. Water well during hot dry periods. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Grapefruit Golden Special

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ?

Container: 4.7l ?

$49.99

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Grapefruit Golden Special Dwf

aka Grapefruit

Citrus. Grafted on Flying dragon rootstock to keep compact. Golden Special has large golden fruit that mature in August. Very juicy and tangy and produced in abundance. Plant in a sunny position in fertile well drained soil. Water well during hot dry periods. Dwarf. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1m

Grapefruit Golden Special Dwf

Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?

Container: 3.5l ?

$49.99

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Grapefruit Wheeny

aka Grapefruit

Citrus. This Australian variety has large, good quality, pale yellow fruit that mature from November through to March. The fruit has thin skin and very juicy flesh with a mild flavour. Usually has a bumper crop every 2nd year i.e. has biennial tendencies but we won't hold that against it. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Grapefruit Wheeny

Current Stock Height: 80/100 cm ?

Container: 4.7l ?

$49.99

CLICK TO ENLARGE

Grapefruit Wheeny Dwf

aka Grapefruit

Citrus. Grafted on Flying Dragon rootstock to keep compact. This Australian variety has large, good quality, pale yellow fruit that mature from November through to March. The fruit has thin skin and very juicy flesh. Usually has a bumper crop every 2nd year/has biennial tendencies. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3m

Grapefruit Wheeny Dwf

Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ?

Container: 4.7l ?

$49.99

5 LISTINGS FOR GRAPEFRUIT

PAGE 1 ALL

Wairere Nursery
826 Gordonton Road, R D 1, Hamilton 3281 Ph: (07) 824 3430 Email: