Eetbare tuin-edible garden Citrus tangelo - Tangelo Nova - Mineola

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Citrus x tangelo is a citrus-bearing plant. The "x" in the name signifies a hybrid. The tangelo is a cross between a mandarin and a pomelo or grapefruit. The fruit contains very little flesh but tastes delightful. It somewhat resembles a mandarin but is juicier.

Another name for the tangelo is the mineola. This name is more familiar to many. The mineola is a variety of tangelo and is recognizable by the bulge at the top of the fruit. Where the fruit attaches to the plant, there is an extra piece of peel. The biggest advantage of the mineola is that it can be easily peeled and contains few seeds.

The tangelo is similar to other citrus fruits in terms of care. Provide the plant with enough water and fertilization during blooming and fruiting. Fertilizing with citrus fertilizer every four weeks is highly recommended. The citrus plant shows clearly when it is dry; it will droop its leaves.

In winter, keep the citrus plant in the brightest possible place, protected from frost. Water sparingly—once a month is sufficient. No more fertilization is needed. If the citrus tree is in a warmer location during winter, above +12ºC, a half dose of fertilizer may be sufficient. It is hardy to zone 11 (+2ºC).