Fruit Tree
Pummelo
Citrus maxima
Varieties We Carry
StandardCitrus maxima
Sizes & Pricing
5 galFrom$74.95
Seed PackFrom$2.99
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size10-15 feet × 10-15 feet
About Pummelo
Pummelo (Citrus maxima) is the largest citrus fruit and ancestor of grapefruit, native to Southeast Asia. Its very large fruits have thick, spongy rind and mildly sweet, low-acid flesh. Hardy in zone 9b with frost protection; plant in a warm, sheltered microclimate in NE Florida and graft on cold-hardy rootstock for best cold-weather survival. Starting at $74.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Growth slows as temperatures cool.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun with as much direct sunlight as possible; a minimum of 8 hours is ideal. In NE Florida, choose a south-facing, wind-sheltered location to protect from occasional cold fronts.
Water
Water regularly during establishment and during dry periods; once established, moderate irrigation is sufficient. NE Florida's rainy season (June–September) usually meets most summer water needs — reduce supplemental irrigation accordingly to avoid root disease.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grow in well-drained sandy or loamy soil; amend heavy soils with organic matter to improve drainage. Fertilize with a citrus-specific slow-release fertilizer three times per year (February, June, October) following UF/IFAS citrus nutrition guidelines. Apply foliar micronutrients if yellowing occurs.
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Common questions
Is Pummelo a good plant for St. Augustine?
Pummelo is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-15 feet × 10-15 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.