

CYTTRUS FRUITS 

Glenred Grapefruit 
Glenred is the trade name we have given to our own particularly fine strain of the red-fleshed 
variety commonly known as Ruby Red, Texas Red or Ruby Blush. The discovery of this new va- 
riety we consider one of the most important developments in the Grapefruit industry for many years. 
In appearance the fruit closely resembles the Thompson Pink variety, with two all-important ex- 
ceptions: whereas the flesh of the Thompson is a delicate pink, the flesh of the Glenred 1s a dark, 
rich pink, resembling the color of a ripe watermelon; and whereas the Thompson does not show its pink 
color on the outside, the rind of the Glenred “‘blushes” attractively. This characteristic distinguishes 
the Glenred easily from any variety of ‘white’ Grapefruit without the necessity of cutting the fruit. 
In habit of growth and time of maturity the Glenred closely resembles the Marsh Seedless. The 
fruit is slightly larger, however, not quite so flattened, and is of course commercially seedless. 
In view of the extensive plantings of both pink and red Grapefruit in Texas, we consider it of the 
utmost importance commercially that Florida growers plant the Glenred here, in order that they may 
successfully meet this Texas competition with a similar product. 
Foster Pink Grapefruit 
This variety originated years ago as a bud sport of the Walters, in a grove near Bradenton, Fla., 
and was first mtroduced by E. N. Reasoner, Oneco, Fla. The flesh is purplish pink in color and in 
quality it ranks as one of the best Grapefruits. The outstanding feature of the variety, aside from its 
color, 1s the very excellent quality it develops early in the season. While quite seedy, its early ripening 
makes it valuable commercially, as the fruit is generally mature enough to ship a month or six weeks 
before the Glenred. 
Thompson Pink Grapefruit (Pink Marsh Seedless) 
Even though the swing in popularity has been toward the red-fleshed variety, many growers still 
prefer the pink seedless variety on account of the splendid quality of the fruit and the vigorous, 
healthy growth of the tree. To meet this demand, we have continued the propagation of the Thompson 
Pink in limited quantities. 
This variety originated as a sport of the Marsh Seedless. It is very similar to its parent, slightly 
larger, not quite so flattened, of excellent flavor and the flesh a delicate pink in color. It holds late 
on the tree and retains its quality well. 
KUMQUATS 
The Kumquat ts the smallest of the citrus fruits in general cultivation in this country. Usually 
the plants are called bushes, for they do not make trees. The plant grows to a height of 10 to 12 feet, 
with a spread of branches about equal to its height. The bright, dark green leaves and deep golden 
yellow fruits make a very pleasing combination of color. The flowers are small, sweet-scented, and 
appear in June on the shoots produced earlier in the same season. The fruit ripens during the fall and 
winter, beginning with the month of November. As an ornamental alone, it is not surpassed by any 
other evergreen shrub with which we are acquainted. 
We have found it a profitable fruit to grow, as the trees yield well and can be planted close to- 
gether. When gathering the crop we always cut the fruit from the trees with twigs and leaves attached, 
and pack a goodly proportion of leaves with the fruit. The fruit always sells better with foliage at- 
tached. This is an advantage, as the leaves help to fill up the basket and make a larger bulk than if the 
fruit alone were packed. The fruit is largely used by shippers of fancy boxes to “dress up” these 
boxes and is also in demand for table decorations at the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday seasons. 
Very appetizing jelly and marmalade may be made from the fruit, and it can also be cyrstallized. For 
commercial planting, for use as an ornamental, or for home use only, Kumquats are well worth planting. 
Meiwa. Fruit round; pulp sweet when fully ripe. Of quite recent introduction and very desirable. 
Best of all Kumquats to eat out of hand. 
_ Nagami. Fruit oblong, about 11% to 2 inches long and 1 inch in diameter; fruit golden yellow; 
rind sweet; pulp and juice sprightly, of fie flavor. Tree forms a nice head and is quite ornamental. 
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