We grow and sell rare and not so rare plants and fruit trees. We offer information about the planting and caring for this plant. We also tell you about the profit potential from growing this crop. There are several crops to choose from. These are all grown in central Florida.
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🐉 The Mighty Dragonfruit: Unveiling Its Incredible Health Benefits! 🐉
Hey friends! Today, let’s dive into the fascinating world of dragonfruit and explore the numerous health benefits this exotic fruit has to offer. 🍇🌿 1️⃣ Immune System Boost: Dragonfruit is packed with essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, which helps strengthen our immune system. A robust immune system is crucial for fighting off illnesses…
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BBQ Jackfruit Sliders with Dragonfruit Slaw
Vegan recipe Ingredients2 cups jackfruit½ cup BBQ sauce1 tbsp olive oil1 cup shredded cabbage½ cup diced dragonfruit2 tbsp vegan mayo1 tbsp apple cider vinegar6 slider buns InstructionsCook jackfruit in oil 5 min.Add BBQ sauce; simmer 10 min.Mix slaw ingredients.Toast buns, fill with jackfruit + slaw.
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Jackfruit Tacos with Finger Lime Crema & Dragonfruit Salsa
Vegan recipe Ingredients (Serves 4)Jackfruit Filling2 cups canned young green jackfruit (drained, shredded)1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp cumin½ tsp chili powder½ tsp salt½ cup vegetable broth Dragonfruit Salsa1 cup diced dragonfruit¼ cup diced red onion2 tbsp chopped cilantro1 tbsp lime juice¼ tsp salt Finger Lime Crema½ cup vegan sour cream2 finger limes…
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Home Gardener’s Guide to Growing Longan in climates such as Central Florida
Longan (Dimocarpus longan), sometimes called “dragon’s eye,” is a tropical fruit closely related to lychee. The fruit has a sweet, aromatic flavor and grows very well in parts of Florida with warm temperatures and mild winters. Many home gardeners in Central and South Florida successfully grow longan trees as part of backyard food forests or…
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🌱 Growing Guava From Seed to Fruit: A Complete Guide
Guava (Psidium guajava) is one of the easiest tropical fruit trees to grow at home. From seed, trees can take 2–4 years to fruit with the right care. Here’s everything you need to know. — 🍈 1. Choosing & Preparing Seeds Select ripe guavas Pick fully ripe, fragrant fruits—the softer and more aromatic, the better.… Read more
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Grilled Sugar Apple & Honey Glazed Chicken
Grilled Sugar Apple & Honey Glazed Chicken Ingredients 2 sugar apples (pulp only) 4 chicken thighs 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp lime juice 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt & pepper Optional: chili flakes for heat Steps 1. Blend sugar apple pulp with soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper… Read more
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Grilled Steak with Fresh Dragonfruit Salsa
Ingredients For the steak 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tbsp olive oil For the salsa 1 red dragonfruit, diced ½ cup diced pineapple ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 1 jalapeño, minced (optional) 2 tbsp chopped cilantro Juice of 1 lime Pinch of… Read more
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Complete Guide: Growing Sugar Apple (Sweetsop) Trees From Seed to Fruit
Sugar apple, also called sweetsop or custard apple, is a tropical fruit tree prized for its creamy, sweet, aromatic pulp. It’s relatively easy to grow in warm climates and can bear fruit in as little as 2–4 years from seed under good conditions. — 1. Understanding Sugar Apples Botanical name: Annona squamosa Climate: Tropical to… Read more
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A simple guide to growing dragonfruit from cuttings to fruit
Growing Dragonfruit from Cuttings to Fruit Dragonfruit, also known as pitaya, is a unique and exotic fruit that is not only delicious but also visually stunning. With its vibrant pink or yellow skin and speckled white flesh dotted with tiny black seeds, dragonfruit is a favorite among fruit enthusiasts. While dragonfruit can be grown from… Read more
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5 Tips for getting bees to pollinate your Dragonfruit plants
🌸🐝 Want to make sure your dragonfruit plants are getting the pollination they need to thrive? Here are some tips to attract those busy bees to your garden: 1. Plant bee-friendly flowers nearby to attract pollinators to your garden.2. Avoid using pesticides that can harm bees and other beneficial insects.3. Provide a water source for… Read more
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