Ugli Fruit Tree
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Please note: OurEstablished Range, Medium Standard Range (14L pot), andTall Standard Range trees are available for pickup only, as their size exceeds standard courier limits.
Ugly looking but tasty and juicy. If you are looking for a unique and flavourful citrus tree to grow, the Ugli fruit tree is a great option. Ugli fruit is a natural cross between grapefruit, orange and tangerine and the fruit reflects these citrus flavours. Ugli fruit trees produce large fruit which has a thick, bumpy, and wrinkled, easy peel skin.
Ugli fruit trees are relatively easy to grow, but they prefer a warm climate and to be positioned in full sun. They produce a great crop of low-calorie fruit each year. We first tried Ugli fruit on our honeymoon in Kerikeri many moons ago and and it has been a family favourite ever since.
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Names |
Ugli Fruit, Jamaican tangelo, Citrus sinensis x Citrus paradisi |
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Origin |
Jamaica |
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Mature Size |
2.5x2m |
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Foliage |
Dark green |
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Soil |
Add compost or other organic matter before planting. Free draining soil. Water the tree deeply and regularly, especially during hot, dry periods. |
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Position |
Choose a planting location that receives full sun for at least 6 hours per day. |
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Flavour |
Despite its appearance, the Ugli fruit is delicious and refreshing. It has a tangy flavour like a grapefruit but sweeter and with a hint of orange. |
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Fruiting |
September to November. The name "Ugli" is derived from the fruit's appearance, which is not as smooth and symmetrical as other citrus fruits. It's a hybrid citrus tree that produces large, bumpy, and often misshapen fruits. |
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Fruit Uses |
The flesh is juicy and easy to segment, making it a great snack or addition to salads and desserts. Fruit can be eaten fresh or used in juices, jams, and other desserts. It is also a good source of vitamin C and other nutrients. |
