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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How to make longan trees fruit early for market
If your goal is early, reliable longan production for selling in Central Florida, the biggest issue isn’t simply making the tree grow faster—it is getting a mature tree to produce a strong flower flush at the right time.UF/IFAS notes that longan trees can begin bearing about 3–5 years after transplanting, but unreliable flowering/bearing is a…
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Most profitable longan varieties to grow at home
If you’re growing longan at home in Central Florida with profitability in mind, I would focus on cultivars that combine good fruit quality, reliable production, manageable tree size, and a marketable harvest season.UF/IFAS reports that about 99% of Florida’s commercial longan acreage is planted with ‘Kohala’, and its current guidance still says no other cultivar…
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Garlic-Butter Shrimp with Caramelized Star Fruit
Serves: 4Prep: 15 minutesCook: 12 minutesIngredients1½ lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 large ripe star fruits4 tablespoons unsalted butter1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, finely minced¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes½ cup dry white wine1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice1 teaspoon honey½ teaspoon kosher salt¼ teaspoon black pepper2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantroInstructionsWash the…
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Longan–Black Pepper Ribeye
Flavor profile: Sweet, peppery, savory Ingredients2 ribeye steaks (1–1¼ lb total)1 cup fresh longan, peeled & pitted (or canned, drained)2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp brown sugar1 tbsp rice vinegar1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper1 tbsp butter1 tbsp neutral oilSalt to taste InstructionsSeason steaks generously with salt and pepper.Sear steaks in hot oil (3–4 min per… Read more
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Sugar Apple Salsa Steak (Serves 2–3)
IngredientsSteak1 lb (450 g) flank steak or sirloin1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp kosher salt½ tsp freshly ground black pepper½ tsp garlic powder (optional)Sugar Apple Salsa1 large ripe sugar apple (about 1 cup pulp, seeds removed)¼ cup finely diced red onion1 small jalapeño, seeds removed, finely minced¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped1½ tbsp fresh lime juice¼… Read more
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Caribbean Sugar Apple Glazed Ribeye
Flavor: Sweet-savory with tropical warmth IngredientsRibeye steakSugar apple pulpSoy sauceBrown sugar or honeyLime juiceAllspice or jerk seasoning StepsBlend sugar apple pulp with soy, sugar, lime, and spice.Sear ribeye until nearly done.Brush glaze onto steak in the final minute. Rest and serve with extra glaze. Read more
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Mango-Habanero Glazed Ribeye
Flavor: Sweet heat with rich beefiness IngredientsRibeye steakMango puréeHoneyHabanero or chili pasteSoy sauceLime juice StepsSimmer mango purée, honey, chili, soy sauce, and lime until thick.Sear ribeye in a hot pan or grill.Brush glaze on during the final minute of cooking.Rest steak and serve with extra glaze. Read more
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Mango Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients1 lb chicken breast, sliced1 ripe mango, sliced1 bell pepper, sliced2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp honey1 tsp ginger1 tsp garlicInstructionsStir-fry chicken until cooked.Add vegetables and mango.Stir in sauce and cook 2–3 minutes. Read more
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Longan Honey Compote
Great topping for pancakes or yogurt Ingredients Longan Honey Lemon peel Cinnamon stick Instructions 1. Simmer all ingredients 10–15 minutes. 2. Cool slightly and store refrigerated. 3. Use as a dessert topping. Read more