Ruby Red Grapefruit

Grapefruit, also known as the “forbidden fruit” of Barbados, is not a native of the Americas. It’s popularity as an edible fruit started only in the late 19th Century. There are many varieties of grapefruit, but among them one of the most sought after is the famous, Ruby red grapefruit. It is grown in exotic countries like Argentina but also available in Florida. Other states that grow this grapefruit, characterized by its ruby red color, are Texas, Arizona and California. The warmer states are excellent growing climate for this sub-tropical citrus plant.

Grapefruit comes in different varieties. They are differentiated by the color. The colors range from red, white, and pink and the flavors highly acidic to sweet.

Grapefruits have great medicinal value. They are known to be antioxidants and also help in fat burning.

We at Harvey’s Groves have a great selection of ruby red grapefruits that fit within your budget. Our most popular is of course is the Isle of Merit Ruby Red Grapefruit. We also have the variety pack, which includes ruby red along with other popular grape fruit variety. The Trio of Favorites contains three types of grapefruit packed in separate boxes, one of the being the ruby red variety.

All these Grapefruit baskets are packed in very elegant and attractive packages. The Variety pack actually includes a wide range of goodies such as our prize winning Indian River Oranges, Orange Marmalade, pure honey comb, pecans, dried fruit, citrus peel, walnuts and almonds. This grapefruit basket pack is excellent to get a taste of many of our goodies.

For those who would like more of a fruit basket with grapefruits and oranges, we have the “Basket Supreme”.  This grapefruit basket contains only ruby red grapefruit and oranges. This basket with handles can be used long after the fruits are gone for storage or decoration!

Order one of our Grapefruit baskets today and savor the taste of ruby red grapefruit and other fruits and goodies. Our fruit quality and excellent service will ensure that you are a repeat customer of Harvey’s Groves.