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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Smoky BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Tacos (4 servings / 8 tacos)
IngredientsYoung green jackfruit, drained: 2 cans (40 oz / 1.13 kg)Yellow onion, diced: 150 g (1 cup)Garlic, minced: 10 g (2 tsp)Neutral oil: 30 ml (2 tbsp)Smoked paprika: 6 g (2 tsp)Ground cumin: 3 g (1 tsp)Chili powder: 3 g (1 tsp)Brown sugar: 12 g (1 tbsp)Tomato paste: 30 g (2 tbsp)BBQ sauce (vegan): 180… Read more
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What to do when your dragonfruit plants suffer a freeze
Oof, freezes are brutal on dragonfruit 😬 The good news: they’re tougher than they look, and you might be able to bring them back depending on how hard the freeze was. Here’s what to do, step by step: 1. Don’t prune right away (for a few days)After a freeze, damaged tissue can look worse than… Read more
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Tips for Cooking with Longan
Fresh is best, but canned works well for sauces.Balance sweetness with acid (vinegar, wine) or heat (pepper, chili).Longan pairs best with ribeye, strip, flank, or filet. Read more
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Thai-Style Mango Marinated Steak
IngredientsMarinade½ cup mango purée1½ tbsp fish sauce1 tbsp brown sugar1 tbsp lime juice1 tsp grated garlicSteak1 lb flank steakGarnish½ cup fresh mango slices2 tbsp basil or mint. InstructionsMarinate steak 30 minutes (no longer).Sear over high heat 4–5 minutes per side.Rest, slice thinly, top with fresh mango and herbs. Read more
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Pan-Seared Steak with Mango Peppercorn Sauce
IngredientsSteak2 sirloin steaks (8 oz / 225 g each)1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepperSauce½ cup mango purée½ cup beef stock1 tsp cracked black pepper¼ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)1 tbsp butter InstructionsSear steaks in hot skillet 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and rest.Add stock and mango purée to pan; simmer 3… Read more
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How to build a trellis and plant a dragonfruit cutting
PART 1 – STARTING A DRAGONFRUIT CUTTING1. Choosing the Right CuttingIdeal cutting sizeLength: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)Thickness: at least ½ inch (thicker = stronger plant)What to look forHealthy green colorNo soft spots, rot, or black patchesPreferably taken from a fruiting plantTip:Mark the top end of the cutting. Dragonfruit will not root if planted upside down.2.… Read more
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