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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.
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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 chopping up of land, not every section will now (but should) have its own grapefruit tree. Go get one!
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Grapefruit Cutler Red
Cutler Red has large, deep orange, sweet, juicy fruit with just a little zing. 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.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3m x 3m
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Grapefruit Golden Special
'Golden Special' has large juicy seedless fruit that ripen July - November. Yummy for breakfast fruit, juicing and also makes delicious Marmalade. Grow in a sheltered position with fertile well drained soil. Water well during hot dry
periods. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3m x 3m
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Grapefruit Golden Special - Dwarf
Golden Special has large golden fruit that mature in August. Very juicy and tangy and produced in abundance. When making Marmalade pick the fruit just before they are fully mature. Plant in a sunny position in fertile well drained soil. Water well during hot dry periods. Dwarf. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Height: 1.5m x 1m
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Grapefruit Hawaiian
Give this grapefruit a little space as it is quite a vigorous grower. Large pale yellow fruit with a substantial thick skin. Loves to grow in the warmth. Remember when picking your fruit cut off with sharp secateurs. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3 x 3m
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Grapefruit Jamaican
A medium to large grape-fruit with pale skin that can be used for making Marmalade or for getting your Vitamin C fix in the mornings. Grape-fruit really like to sheltered from cold winds and harsh frost so plant in a warm sunny spot and feed regularly.
Remember your Grapefruit will only ripen on the tree - not after picking - so make sure they are a nice golden colour before sampling. However slightly 'green' fruit are OK for making Marmalade.
Habit: Upright
Height: 5mx3m
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Grapefruit Morrison Seedless
'Morrison's Seedless' was developed in NZ around 1860 by Mr Morrison from Warkworth. Whilst it is mainly seedless, due to cross pollination, you may get the occasional pip. The flesh is juicy with a delicious flavour and fine texture. Large golden fruit that ripen from July-November. Evergreen.
This is really quite an historical Grapefruit as it arrived in NZ from the Orient via Australia in the 1800's. The fruit was first grown by Sir George Grey in his orchard on Kawau Island and then developed further by Mr Morrison. The popular Grapefruit 'Golden Special' was in turn developed from 'Morrison's Seedless'.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3m x 3m
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Grapefruit Star Ruby
'Star Ruby' comes to us from Texas where it was first introduced. A medium sized Grapefruit with golden skin, and red flesh with an excellent flavour. The fruit is often seedless. 'Star Ruby' likes a nice sheltered position in order to fruit well so plant in a warm sunny spot. Evergreen.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3m x 3m
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Grapefruit Wheeny
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.
Habit: Upright
Height: 3m x 3m
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