{"product_id":"nasiona-pomelo-citrus-maxima","title":"Pomelo Seeds - Citrus Maxima","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003ePomelo - Citrus maxima\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCitrus maxima\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as pomelo or shaddock, is an evergreen tree from the rue family (Rutaceae), native to Southeast Asia. In favorable climates, it reaches \u003cstrong\u003e5–15 m\u003c\/strong\u003e in height and forms a broad, low-branching crown; the branches may bear thorns up to 5 cm long. Leathery, dull-green leaves measuring 5–20 cm in length have broadly winged petioles - the species' most distinctive feature. Pomelo is one of the three original, non-hybrid citrus species from which most citrus fruits cultivated today, including grapefruit and bitter orange, are derived.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth and development characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn the tropics, pomelo grows moderately quickly and after several years forms a sturdy tree with a trunk \u003cstrong\u003e10–30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e thick. In container cultivation in Europe, growth is slower: a seedling reaches from a dozen to several dozen centimeters in the first season, while mature potted plants remain at a height of \u003cstrong\u003e1.5–3 m\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is easy to regulate through pruning. Trees grown from seed begin fruiting after approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–8 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering and fruiting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe flowers are the largest among citrus species: they have \u003cstrong\u003e4–5 yellowish-white petals\u003c\/strong\u003e measuring 1.5–3.5 cm in length, prominent white stamens and an intense, sweet fragrance. In the tropics, the tree flowers \u003cstrong\u003e2–4 times a year\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fruits are the largest in the entire genus Citrus - they usually measure \u003cstrong\u003e10–30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in diameter and weigh from 0.3 to nearly 2 kg. Beneath the thick, spongy rind is flesh divided into 11–18 segments, yellowish, pink or red depending on the cultivar, and less bitter than grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and natural habitat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eAccording to Plants of the World Online (Kew), its natural range includes Assam, the eastern Himalayas, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and the Nicobar Islands; secondarily, the species has spread to the Malay Peninsula, Indonesia, southern China and the Pacific islands. It grows in a humid tropical biome, in lowlands and river valleys. It tolerates salinity exceptionally well - in Thailand's Chao Phraya Delta, it is cultivated on raised beds among canals with brackish water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003ePomelo needs full sun and warmth: it grows best at \u003cstrong\u003e25–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, while growth stops below 13°C. It is the most warmth-loving of the popular citrus species; a drop to around -2°C damages the leaves, while stronger frosts threaten the entire plant. The substrate should be well-drained and rich in humus, with a pH of 5–6.5, for example citrus soil with added perlite, placed over a drainage layer. In summer, water generously once the top layer has dried, and sparingly in winter; from spring to the end of summer, fertilize every 2–3 weeks with a citrus fertilizer containing micronutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn Europe's temperate climate, pomelo is grown exclusively in containers. From late spring to autumn, it can be kept on a sunny terrace, while before cold weather arrives it should be moved to a bright room with a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e10–15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e - an unheated greenhouse, conservatory or cool stairwell. In a warm, dark home, citrus plants often shed their leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003ePomelo is one of the most striking plants for conservatories and winter gardens. Its large, glossy leaves with winged petioles, fragrant flowers and enormous fruits make it an excellent specimen plant. The species tolerates pruning well, so it can be trained as a compact tree or a dense sphere.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":54108333605192,"sku":"2796","price":12.5,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":54108333637960,"sku":"2797","price":19.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":54108333670728,"sku":"2798","price":95.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":54108333703496,"sku":"2799","price":187.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/Nasiona-Pomelo-Citrus-Maxima-1.webp?v=1790069202","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-pomelo-citrus-maxima","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}