Grapefruit likes to be grown in warm subtropical climates. That makes South and Central America, and islands in the Caribbean, great places to grow this delicious fruit.
In the United States, Florida, Texas, Arizona, and California are the main places grapefruit are grown. But Florida is by far the biggest grapefruit producer – they grow more grapefruit than the rest of the world combined!
Did you know there is a difference between California and Florida grapefruit? Florida grapefruit have a thinner peel and are sweeter and less pulpy than the California varieties. They are mainly found in stores between November and June. California grapefruit are easier to peel, but their flavor is much more mild. You can find California grapefruit in stores in late summer and fall.
