Citrus — Smooth Seville
Citrus paradisi /Citrus aurantium 'Smooth Seville'
Citrus Growing in Tunnel House
Originating in Australia, this fruit is considered a sour orange-pummelo hybrid. Grown for use in marmalades or as an ornamental tree, this is a great addition as it is a hardy and beautiful tree.
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Fruit information
Maturity: Early January to March approximately.
Fruit shape: Round.
Skin: Very smooth rind which is reddish/orange. Quite thick.
Flesh colour: Reddish/orange.
Texture: Has seeds.
Flavour: Tart flavour, very rarely eaten flesh.
Seed or stone: Seeded.
Plant information
Origin: Public variety.
Status: Public.
Pollinators: Self fertile.
Tree shape: Evergreen and thorny.
Growth rate: Vigorous and hardy.
Height: Between 3-6m approximately.
Growing conditions: Prefers full sun and excellent drainage.
Cultivation notes: Requires lower heat requirement.
Harvest notes: Ripens early.
Comments: Young branches exhibit dark brown bark streaks. Grown for marmalade.
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