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Melogold Grapefruit Trees for Sale
Citrus made easy for growers, nurseries, and distributors
The Melogold grapefruit tree is a popular citrus variety known for its large, sweet fruit and exceptional juice quality. If you’re looking for a Melogold grapefruit tree for sale, TreeSource offers healthy, nursery-grown trees that are carefully propagated to ensure vigorous growth and consistent fruit production. Melogold is a hybrid between a pomelo and a grapefruit, which gives it a unique flavor profile—less acidic and sweeter than traditional grapefruit, with a mild, refreshing taste that appeals to a wide range of citrus lovers. The fruit is typically large with a thick, yellow rind and pale, juicy flesh, making it excellent for fresh eating, juicing, or culinary use.
Melogold Grapefruit Trees Your Way
From seed to container-ready.
How Our Melogold Trees Are Different
When purchasing Gillette navel orange trees from TreeSource, growers receive clean-propagated, true-to-type material from verified budwood sources. We emphasize uniformity, strong root development, and early structure so trees establish quickly and grow evenly. Shipping is handled in heavy-duty palletized triwall containers designed to secure pots and protect canopies, ensuring trees arrive healthy, stable, and ready to plant.
For orchardists and collectors seeking a classic California navel with heirloom pedigree, the Gillette orange offers a balanced, true-navel eating experience and a reliable mid-season harvest window. Whether planted in commercial rows, boutique groves, or heritage blocks, Gillette connects growers to the foundational era of California citrus — supported today by TreeSource’s clean stock program and professional handling to ensure healthy establishment and long-term success.
Melogold Grapefruit Tree FAQs
Why should I trust TreeSource above other Melogold grapefruit tree nurseries?
TreeSource is a USDA- and CDFA-certified nursery, which means every tree is grown under strict disease prevention protocols. Our trees are propagated from carefully selected budwood through the Citrus Clonal Protection Program, ensuring true-to-type, disease-free plants that meet the highest industry standards.
TreeSource also stands out for our innovation. Our nursery has invested in state-of-the-art greenhouse facilities and a custom drip irrigation system designed in partnership with Rivulis Irrigation. This attention to detail not only supports healthier, more vigorous trees but also reflects our leadership in sustainable, efficient cultivation.
When you purchase from TreeSource, you’re not just buying a tree—you’re investing in expert care from propagation to delivery. Our Melogold grapefruit trees are grafted onto robust rootstocks selected for performance in a wide range of soil and climate conditions. This results in strong, adaptable trees that produce excellent fruit.
In addition, TreeSource offers transparency and traceability, so you know exactly where your tree came from and how it was grown. Our nursery team includes citrus specialists who are available to support you with planting, care, and long-term success.
In short, TreeSource combines science, sustainability, and experience to provide Melogold trees you can trust for quality, performance, and longevity—making us a superior choice over other nurseries.
What makes Melogold grapefruit unique?
Melogold grapefruit is unique for its exceptional sweetness, low acidity, and very large, juicy fruit. Unlike traditional grapefruit varieties, which can be tart or even bitter, Melogold was specifically bred to offer a milder, more enjoyable flavor. It’s a hybrid between a pomelo and a white grapefruit, which gives it a distinctive balance—less acidic than grapefruit, but with a brightness and juiciness that’s refreshing and satisfying.
The fruit is typically larger than standard grapefruit, with a thick, smooth yellow rind and pale yellow flesh. It contains fewer seeds, making it convenient for fresh eating or juicing. The texture is tender and juicy, and the flavor is delicately sweet with a hint of citrus tang, appealing even to people who usually find grapefruit too sour.
Melogold also ripens early in the citrus season, usually starting in late fall when the fruit is still green on the outside, and holds well on the tree into May, giving growers and home gardeners flexibility in harvesting. Its high juice content and thin membranes make it an excellent choice for juicing or eating out of hand.
What is the typical lead time for a large order of Melogold grapefruit trees?
TreeSource Citrus Nursery does not provide a standardized lead time for all tree orders, as fulfillment times can vary based on the specific product, order size, and current inventory. For instance, custom-propagated trees may require a longer lead time, potentially 14 weeks or more, depending on the complexity of the order and propagation schedules. Contact us for more information.
If I want to create a custom order that includes Melogolds as well as other varieties of grapefruit trees, how long will that take?
Custom orders require deposits and order minimums, as TreeSource is a wholesale supplier to nurseries and farmers. How long it takes to fulfill your order depends on tree quantities and which product you choose. Citrus Liners can be made in 3-4 months, while Small Pot trees can take up to 6 months and Large Pot trees can take 12 months. You can cut the line by finding what you want on the Availability page. as those trees can ship within a week.
What is the average lifespan of a Melogold grapefruit tree?
The short answer is that Melogold trees generally last for decades. Severe freeze events or diseases like HLB can affect lifespan, but HLB is mostly limited to Florida and Texas, so a Melogold from TreeSourceis unlikely to succumb to disease. Ortho’s All About Citrus and Subtropical Fruits book is worth buying to learn how to care for your tree for the long haul.