The Oro Blanco or (sweetie) is a cross between a pomelo and a grapefruit. It is a citrus fruit hybrid, like sweet oranges, lemons and grapefruits. The Oro Blanco Grapefruit also referred to as “white gold” or “sweetie” contains no seeds citrus hybrid from a non-acid Pomelo and a seedy white grapefruit. It is medium to large and round or oval shaped with a thicker rind and is sweeter than most grapefruits even when the outer skin is still green.
Oro Blanco Grapefruit
Citrus paradisi
Oro Blanco Grapefruit
The Oro Blanco or (sweetie) is a cross between a pomelo and a grapefruit. It is a citrus fruit hybrid, like sweet oranges, lemons and grapefruits. The Oro Blanco Grapefruit also referred to as “white gold” or “sweetie” contains no seeds citrus hybrid from a non-acid Pomelo and a seedy white grapefruit. It is medium to large and round or oval shaped with a thicker rind and is sweeter than most grapefruits even when the outer skin is still green.
| Plant Type | Fruit, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Early Spring, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 20-30ft. |
| Characteristics | Edible, Evergreen, Fragrant |
| Attracts | Birds, Butterflies, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | |
| Garden Uses | |
| Tolerance | Cold |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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