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Q.Why is Grapefruit Inside Dry When Ripe?

Zone Waimanalo, Hawaii 96795 | hawaiianpunch 1951 added on February 15, 2020 | Answered

Plant is watered and fertilized regularly; this is second harvest.

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BushDoctor
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Answered on February 17, 2020

Ultimately, this happens from unavailability of phosphorus.

This can be due to a low soil pH, too much nitrogen, or a true lack of phosphorus in the soil.

This article will offer more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-fruit-thick-rind.htm

Here are some articles to help you test your soil: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm

This article will help you to amend your soil: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/the-importance-of-soil-for-an-organic-garden.htm

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