Overview

Cultivate your own unique citrus with the Ugli Tangelo tree live plant. This 3ft tall, grafted specimen promises to be a rewarding addition to any garden or patio. The Ugli Tangelo, also known as ‘Ugli fruit,’ is a natural hybrid of a tangerine, orange, and grapefruit, originating in Jamaica. It’s renowned for its sweet, juicy, and slightly tart flavor, coupled with an easily peelable, loose skin. Despite its somewhat unconventional appearance, this delicious citrus is a favorite for fresh eating, juicing, and adding a vibrant zest to culinary creations. Our grafted tangelo tree ensures robust growth and earlier fruit production, allowing you to enjoy its bountiful harvest sooner. It’s an excellent choice for those seeking an unusual yet highly flavorful fruit tree.

This resilient and attractive citrus tree thrives outdoors in warmer climates and can also be grown in containers in cooler regions, allowing you to move it indoors during cold spells. The lush green foliage provides a beautiful backdrop, and the fragrant white blossoms that precede the fruit add an aromatic charm to your space. Growing a Ugli Tangelo tree live plant offers the joy of fresh, organic fruit and the beauty of an ornamental tree.

Key Benefits

Adding a Ugli Tangelo tree live plant to your collection brings numerous advantages, from its unique fruit to its ornamental appeal. Here are some of the key benefits:

• Delicious, Unique Fruit: Enjoy the distinctively sweet and juicy flavor of Ugli Tangelos, a delightful blend of orange, tangerine, and grapefruit. The fruit is perfect for snacking, juicing, and culinary uses, offering a refreshing taste experience.
• Easy to Peel: The loose, bumpy skin of the Ugli fruit makes it exceptionally easy to peel, making it a convenient and enjoyable snack for all ages. This feature sets it apart from many other citrus varieties.
• Grafted for Faster Fruiting: Our grafted tangelo tree stock ensures that your tree will establish quicker and begin producing fruit earlier than trees grown from seed, providing a more immediate return on your gardening efforts.
• Ornamental Appeal: Beyond its fruit, the Ugli Tangelo tree boasts attractive glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers, making it a beautiful addition to your landscape or patio.
• Versatile Growing: Suitable for outdoor planting in warm climates (USDA zones 9-11) or for container growing in cooler regions, allowing you to protect it from frost. This versatility makes it accessible to many gardeners.
• Rich in Nutrients: Like other citrus fruits, Ugli Tangelos are packed with Vitamin C and other essential nutrients, contributing to a healthy diet. Growing your own ensures a fresh, chemical-free supply.
• Ideal for Gardeners: Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, learning how to grow tangelo tree varieties can be a rewarding and educational experience, yielding delicious results.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

To ensure your Ugli Tangelo tree live plant thrives and produces abundant fruit, proper care is essential. These citrus trees prefer a warm, sunny environment. For outdoor planting, choose a location that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. If growing in a container, select a large pot (at least 15-20 gallons) with good drainage and place it in a sunny spot. In regions with cold winters, container growing is ideal as it allows you to move the tree indoors when temperatures drop below 25-30°F (-4 to -1°C). Protecting your citrus fruit tree outdoor from frost is crucial for its survival and productivity.

Watering should be consistent, especially during dry periods and when the tree is actively growing or fruiting. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, but avoid letting the soil become completely parched. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so good drainage is paramount. Use a well-draining citrus potting mix for container plants or amend heavy garden soil with organic matter to improve drainage. Fertilize your grafted tangelo tree with a balanced citrus fertilizer according to package directions, typically every 1-2 months during the growing season (spring through fall). Pruning is generally minimal, focusing on removing dead, diseased, or crossing branches, and shaping the tree for better air circulation and light penetration.

Monitor your tree for common citrus pests like aphids, scale, and spider mites. Treat infestations promptly with horticultural oil or insecticidal soap. Providing adequate humidity, especially for indoor container plants, can help prevent spider mites. Understanding Ugli fruit tree care involves a balance of sunlight, water, nutrients, and protection from extreme weather, ensuring a healthy and productive tree for years to come. With proper attention, your tangelo tree will reward you with fragrant blooms and delicious fruit.

Size & Details

This offering is for a Ugli Tangelo tree live plant, which stands approximately 3ft tall at the time of shipment. As a grafted tree, it benefits from a strong rootstock, promoting vigorous growth and earlier fruit development. The tree is typically shipped in a nursery pot, ready for planting directly into your garden or a larger container. Ugli Tangelo trees are moderate growers, reaching a mature height of 10-15 feet when planted in the ground, though they can be kept smaller through pruning in containers. The fruit typically matures in late winter to early spring, offering a delightful harvest when other fresh fruits might be scarce. Expect your grafted tangelo tree to begin producing fruit within 2-3 years, given optimal care and growing conditions. The overall spread of a mature tree can be similar to its height, creating a lovely, rounded canopy.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Ugli Tangelo tree get? A: This Ugli Tangelo tree live plant is approximately 3ft tall when shipped. When planted in the ground, it can reach a mature height of 10-15 feet. If grown in a container, its size can be maintained smaller with proper pruning.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This tree is primarily an outdoor citrus fruit tree suitable for USDA Zones 9-11. In colder climates, it can be grown in a large pot and moved indoors to a sunny location during winter months to protect it from frost.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Ugli Tangelo trees require at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce fruit. Choose a bright, sunny location for planting or placing the container.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: With consistent watering, adequate sunlight, and proper fertilization, Ugli fruit tree care is considered moderately easy. It’s a rewarding plant for gardeners of various skill levels.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Ugli Tangelo tree live plant will arrive carefully packaged, typically in a nursery pot with its roots and soil intact, ready for transplanting.
• Q: When is the best time to plant a tangelo tree? A: The best time to plant your grafted tangelo tree is in spring or early summer, after the last danger of frost has passed, allowing it ample time to establish before cooler weather.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: If you live in USDA Zones 9-11, your citrus fruit tree outdoor should survive winter. In Zones 8 and below, it will need winter protection or should be grown in a container and brought indoors.
• Q: How long until it blooms and fruits? A: As a grafted tree, your tangelo tree may begin to bloom and produce fruit within 2-3 years of planting, given proper care and ideal growing conditions.
• Q: What kind of soil does a tangelo tree prefer? A: Ugli Tangelo trees prefer well-draining soil. For container planting, use a high-quality potting mix specifically formulated for citrus plants. For in-ground planting, ensure your soil drains well and amend with organic matter if necessary.
• Q: Can I grow tangelo tree in a small space? A: Yes, a grafted tangelo tree can be successfully grown in a large container, making it suitable for patios, balconies, or smaller gardens, especially where space is limited or winter protection is needed.