Tangelo "Honeybell" Tree
Citrus x tangelo 'Minneola' - The Minneola Tangelo Tree is a citrus fruit tree known for its sweet and juicy bell-shaped fruit. The tree is a hybrid of a Dancy tangerine and a Duncan grapefruit and is a popular variety for both commercial and home growers. The fruit has a unique shape, resembling a grapefruit but with a distinctive "nipple" at the top giving it a bell shape earning the fruit the nickname “Honeybell”. Its skin is reddish-orange and easy to peel, and the flesh is juicy and tangy-sweet.
The Minneola tangelo tree is a vigorous grower and can reach a mature height of 10-15 ft. It is cold hardy and can be grown in most climates. The tree is self-fertile, so no need for another tree for cross-pollination, however, yield can be increased with an additional pollinator. The fruit is typically ready for harvest in late fall through early winter. The Minneola Tangelo Tree is an excellent choice for those looking to grow delicious citrus fruit in their backyard.