Grapefruit 'Thompson pink'

Citrus x paradisi

How to grow Grapefruit 'Thompson pink'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Thompson pink is thought of as half hardy, so it will need cloching or fleece protection when the temperature dips.

Growing Thompson pink from seed

Transplanting Thompson pink

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Thompson pink is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Thompson pink

Thompson pink folklore & trivia

Grapefruit adds a distinctive flavor to tuna, spinach, shrimp and chef salads. Slices of grapefruit can be dipped in yogurt or added to a green salad.1

Other Names for Grapefruit 'Thompson pink'

pink grapefruit

Footnotes

1 www.fast-growing-trees.com/RubyRedGrapefruit.htm