Ruby Red Grapefruit Tree

The Ruby Red Grapefruit is one of the most popular red-fleshed grapefruits, prized for its deep ruby color, sweet-tart flavor, and heavy crops. Hardy and productive, it’s perfect for Southern yards or container growing anywhere in the country. Growing Zones • In-Ground: USDA Zones 9–11 (cold-hardy to about 28°F once established). • In Containers/Patios: USDA Zones 4–11 (bring indoors or into a protected space during winter). Tree Size • In-Ground: Mature size about 12–15 ft tall and wide. • In Containers: Easily kept 6–8 ft tall, perfect for patios, porches, or balconies. • At Shipping: 4x9 inch pot size, 2-3 ft height (will vary!) Light & Care • Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for best growth and fruiting. • Plant in well-draining soil; use a large pot with drainage holes if container-grown. • Water when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid soggy soil. • Feed with a quality citrus fertilizer during the growing season. Fruit Details • Ripening Time: Winter through early spring, typically December–March. • Fruit Traits: • Large, round fruit with smooth yellow rind • Deep ruby-red flesh, sweet-tart and juicy • Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, or cocktails • Self-Fertile: One tree will produce fruit on its own. • Grafted: Grown on hardy rootstock for reliability and earlier fruiting. Why Customers Love It • Produces rich, sweet-tart red grapefruit. • Heavy crops of large fruit each season. • Compact size works in both landscapes and containers. • Fragrant blossoms and evergreen foliage add beauty. • A customer favorite for fresh eating and juicing. Shipping Info: • We ship healthy, well rooted plants direct from USDA Hardiness Zone 9 • We are unable to ship live plants to Texas, California, Florida, and Arizona due to agricultural restrictions • We do not ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or the U.S. Territories • Shipments go out on Tuesdays ONLY. Orders placed on Sunday & Monday will be sent with the next week's Tuesday Shipment. • We do not ship live plants during extreme weather conditions • Leaves may experience slight wilt or yellowing in transit but will bounce back quickly with proper care. • Please consult our shipping & return policies for more detail