Grapefruit Ruby Red 1G

Ruby Red Grapefruit Tree

(Citrus × paradisi ‘Ruby Red’)

Ruby Red Grapefruit is a sweet, red-fleshed grapefruit prized for its juicy, flavorful fruit with vibrant pink-red color. Ideal for fresh eating, juicing, cocktails, and salads, it adds both flavor and visual appeal to culinary creations. Glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant white flowers enhance ornamental value, making it a beautiful addition to patios, edible landscapes, and container gardens.

In Jacksonville (Zone 9b), Ruby Red Grapefruit thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. While moderately cold-hardy, it benefits from protection during freezes or container growth that can be moved indoors when temperatures dip near freezing.

Growing & Care Tips:

• Light: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy loam

• Size: 12–20 ft. in ground; smaller in containers

• Cold Sensitivity: Protect below 28–30°F

• Winter Care:

  • Cover in-ground trees with frost cloth during hard freezes

  • Mulch base to insulate roots

  • Water soil lightly before a freeze

  • Move container trees indoors during extreme cold

• Culinary Uses: Fresh eating, juicing, cocktails, salads

• Ornamental Value: Glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant blooms provide year-round interest

A favorite for home citrus landscapes, patios, and edible gardens, Ruby Red Grapefruit delivers vibrant color, sweet-tart flavor, and reliable harvests for North Florida gardeners.