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Cane Row Nursery
Tangelo Tree
Tangelo Tree
Regular price
$84.99 USD
Regular price
Sale price
$84.99 USD
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The Tangelo is a delicious citrus hybrid — a cross between a tangerine and a grapefruit — prized for its juicy, tangy-sweet flavor and easy-to-peel rind. A classic backyard citrus for fresh eating and juicing.
Growing Zones
In-Ground: USDA Zones 9–11 (protect from hard freezes; not as cold-hardy as satsumas).
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 maintained at 6–8 ft with pruning — perfect for patios or smaller gardens.
At Shipping: 4×9 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 container with drainage holes if grown in pots.
Water deeply when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid soggy conditions.
Fertilize with a quality citrus fertilizer regularly during the growing season.
Fruit Details
Ripening Time: Mid-season — typically December through February, depending on variety.
Fruit Traits:
Medium to large fruit, slightly bell-shaped at the stem end
Easy-to-peel, deep orange rind
Juicy, tangy-sweet flesh with a refreshing flavor
Usually contains a few seeds
Self-Fertile: One tree will produce fruit on its own.
Grafted: Grown on hardy rootstock for earlier fruiting and reliability.
Why Customers Love It
Unique hybrid flavor — a perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
Juicy fruit is excellent for snacking, juicing, and desserts.
Distinctive bell-shaped fruit adds ornamental appeal.
Reliable mid-winter harvest brings fresh citrus when few others are available.
Compact tree size makes it great for both landscapes and containers.
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