Red Pomelo Seeds

Red Pomelo Seeds (Dried)

Grow one of the world's largest citrus fruits from seed. Red Pomelo is a vigorous evergreen tree that produces enormous fruit with sweet, juicy pink to red flesh and a refreshing citrus flavour. These fresh seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this impressive fruit tree from seed.

Seed Type: Fresh Red Pomelo seeds.

Origin: Southeast Asia.

Growth Habit: Evergreen fruit tree reaching 5–10 metres at maturity. Suitable for home gardens, orchards and large containers when young.

Climate: Thrives in warm temperate, subtropical and tropical climates. Prefers full sun and protection from heavy frosts while young. Well suited to many parts of New Zealand with a warm, sheltered position.

Germination: Sow fresh seeds 10–15 mm deep in a free-draining seed-raising mix. Keep warm (20–30°C) and consistently moist but not waterlogged. Fresh seeds usually germinate within 2–6 weeks.

Fruit: Produces very large fruit with a thick rind and sweet, juicy pink to red flesh. The flavour is milder and sweeter than grapefruit with very little bitterness.

Flowers: Produces highly fragrant white blossoms during spring that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.

Fruiting: Typically begins producing fruit within 5–8 years from seed under good growing conditions.

Care: Prefers full sun, fertile free-draining soil and regular watering while establishing. Feed with a citrus fertiliser during the growing season to encourage healthy growth and fruit production.

Health Benefits

The fruit is naturally rich in:

• Vitamin C to support the immune system.
• Dietary Fibre for healthy digestion.
• Potassium which supports heart and muscle function.
• Antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
• Hydrating, low-fat flesh that's delicious eaten fresh, juiced or added to fruit salads and desserts.

Please note: The price is for one seed. Many of the species we offer are extremely rare in New Zealand and can be difficult to source. We spend considerable time locating high-quality seeds from trusted growers both within New Zealand and around the world, allowing us to offer unique and hard-to-find species to fellow collectors and gardeners.