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Valentine Pummelo Trees for Sale
Citrus made easy for growers, nurseries, and distributors
The Valentine pummelo tree is a standout choice for citrus enthusiasts looking for a unique and flavorful fruit. Bred in the 1970s by Drs. Soost and Cameron, the Valentine is a cross of Siamese Sweet pummelo with a hybrid of Ruby blood orange × Dancy mandarin, part of the same breeding group that produced Oroblanco and Melogold. The fruit is large and often pyriform (pear-shaped), sometimes with a pronounced “neck.” It typically has medium-to-dark yellow rind when ripe. The flesh ripens from January to March in Southern California and shows a bright red color that resembles a red heart when cut—hence its name "Valentine."
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Valentine Pummelo Trees Your Way
From seed to container-ready.
How Our Valentine Pummelo 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.
Valentine Pummelo Tree FAQs
How big do Valentine hybrid pummelo trees grow?
Valentine hybrid pummelo trees typically grow to a medium to large size, similar to other pummelo and grapefruit-type citrus trees. When planted in the ground under ideal conditions, mature Valentine trees can reach 15 to 20 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet wide.
If grafted onto semi-dwarf or dwarf rootstocks, they remain more compact, often around 8 to 12 feet tall, making them easier to manage in smaller yards or large containers. Like other citrus, their size is influenced by pruning, rootstock choice, and growing conditions. With regular pruning, even standard Valentine trees can be kept to a more manageable height for backyard orchards or patio gardens.
Are they suitable for container growing?
Valentine hybrid pummelo trees can be grown in containers, but with some important considerations. While they naturally tend to be medium to large trees, container growing helps limit their overall size, making them more manageable for small spaces like patios or balconies. Many home gardeners successfully grow Valentine pummelos in large pots, especially when using semi-dwarf or dwarf rootstocks.
For best results, you should start with a container of at least 15 to 20 gallons, using well-draining citrus potting mix. Full sun exposure—ideally 6 to 8 hours daily—is essential for good growth and fruiting. Regular watering and fertilization are important because container trees dry out and deplete nutrients faster than in-ground trees.
One key thing to note is that pummelos produce large fruit, so the tree needs enough root space to support fruit development. While they can do well in containers, they will generally produce fewer and sometimes smaller fruit compared to trees grown in the ground. With attentive care and occasional root pruning, Valentine pummelo trees can thrive in pots for many years, especially in regions with cold winters where containers allow for easier winter protection.
We want to buy Valentine pummelo trees for our retail business but have never carried them before. Can you give us some care instructions?
Provide full sun, ideally 6–8 hours daily. Water 2–3 times per week for young trees, less for mature trees; keep soil moist but not soggy. Use well-draining soil or citrus potting mix. Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with balanced citrus fertilizer, reduce in winter. Light pruning after harvest to shape and remove dead wood. These trees ripen from January to March with large, sweet, red-fleshed fruit. They are cold-tolerant to around 28°F and grow best in USDA zones 9–11. You can use containers in colder regions for easy protection.
How long will it take to put together a custom order of Valentine pummelos and other varieties of citrus?
It depends on which tree you are seeking and in what quantity. As Valentine is not a common variety TreeSource raises routinely, it is best to contact Sales for more information.
Why choose Valentine trees over other pummelo varieties?
They produce stunning bright red, heart-shaped flesh with a sweet, floral flavor that blends the best qualities of pummelo, blood orange, and mandarin. The fruit has lower acidity, making it sweeter and more palatable fresh with a unique rind color. Valentine trees ripen around January to March, adding vibrant, seasonal appeal during winter months. Their ornamental value, with attractive foliage and fragrant blossoms, makes them ideal for home gardens and patios.