{"product_id":"star-ruby-grapefruit-tree-cz8gdg","title":"Star Ruby Grapefruit Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Grapefruit Tree Grows Zesty Red Fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGrapefruit lovers who prefer tangy citrus appreciate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStar Ruby Grapefruits. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese large, coral-fleshed fruits grow on moderately-sized trees that are equally at-home on balconies and in small orchards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStar Ruby Grapefruits are both decorative and delicious. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe citrus rind is a deep yellow on the tree or in a fruit bowl, and when sliced, offers richly-red flesh. The taste of the Star Ruby is slightly tarter than other grapefruit varieties but still sweet enough to be eaten alone (or with a spoonful of sugar!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEven before the Star Ruby Grapefruit starts producing fruit for the season,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e you’ll appreciate its year-round versatility and beauty. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe tree’s compact size makes it an ideal choice for a patios or backyards, while its densely-growing foliage creates a built-in privacy screen. What’s more, the tree’s vibrant green leaves and small white flowers will always give you something to look at!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you’ve never thought you could grow a citrus tree, the Star Ruby Grapefruit will soon change your mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e Make picking fruit from your own tree for breakfast a reality, and order today!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTE: This product is only available for Florida.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fast-growing-trees.com\/products\/star-ruby-grapefruit-tree\"\u003eSee Star Ruby Grapefruit Trees for other states\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Planting:  \u003c\/strong\u003ePlant your Star Ruby Grapefruit where it can receive full sun. The more sun your tree gets, the more citrus it will produce. If you’re growing your tree indoors for some or all of the year, you may need to use grow lights. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChoose acidic, well-draining soil in which to plant your tree. If you’re potting in a container, choose one that drains well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProtect your tree from cold temperature changes as much as possible to prevent it from dropping its leaves. However, the Star Ruby Grapefruit can adapt to occasional frosts and cold temperatures. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBe careful with overwatering. Young trees only need to be watered once or twice per week. Also avoid outdoor sites where water pools and poorly-draining containers. If citrus tree roots are left in standing water, they are susceptible to root rot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eApply an acidic plant fertilizer to your tree three to four times per year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our Star Ruby Grapefruit Trees are self-fertile, but you can pollinate your indoor trees by hand using a small, dry, fine-tipped paintbrush. Swirl the brush around the center of each bloom and collect the pollen on the brush. Go to the next bloom and repeat the process until every bloom has been treated, and repeat the process daily. Don’t wash the paintbrush until after the blooms have been pollinated. The blooms will fall and the fruit will begin to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it take for a grapefruit tree to bear fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- faq --\u003e The time it will take to get fruit off of your tree largely depends on the environment and the age of the tree. Typically, a grapefruit will start regularly producing at 5 years of age if the proper conditions are met. It will take spring until fall for fruits to be ready for harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- faq --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do grapefruit trees grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- faq --\u003e Grapefruits are native to tropical and subtropical areas but will grow in Zones 9-11 outdoors or in a container in colder areas if protected during the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- faq --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow tall do grapefruit trees grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c!-- faq --\u003e The Star Ruby Grapefruit will grow to be around 20 ft. tall if left unpruned.","brand":"Fast-Growing-Trees.com","offers":[{"title":"3-4 ft.","offer_id":48860192669866,"sku":"16651","price":14.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/6566\/3658\/files\/3np4ba5735pp_3648e2c0-b1e3-4391-9567-eb6ea6f14921.jpg?v=1784865088","url":"https:\/\/fastgrowingtrees.shop\/products\/star-ruby-grapefruit-tree-cz8gdg","provider":"Wasatch \u0026 West Goods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}