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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Grilled Steak with Longan Soy Reduction
Ingredients (Serves 2)Steak1 lb flank, strip, or sirloin steak1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepperLongan Reduction¾ cup longan, chopped¼ cup beef broth2 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp brown sugar1 tsp rice vinegar Step-by-Step InstructionsRemove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.Rub steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper.Heat grill or cast-iron skillet to high… Read more
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Pan-Seared Fish with Longan Lime Glaze
(Works well with snapper, cod, mahi-mahi, or salmon) Ingredients (Serves 2)Fish2 fish fillets (6 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepperLongan Glaze½ cup longan, finely chopped¼ cup coconut milk1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp fish saucePinch of salt Step-by-Step InstructionsPat fish dry and season with salt and pepper.Heat olive oil in… Read more
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Pan-Seared Chicken with Longan Ginger Sauce
Ingredients (Serves 2)Chicken2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)1 tbsp vegetable or olive oil¾ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic powderLongan Sauce¾ cup fresh or canned longan (drained if canned)¼ cup chicken broth1 tbsp soy sauce1 tbsp honey1 tsp fresh grated ginger1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water Step-by-Step InstructionsPat chicken dry… Read more
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Pan Seared Fish with Guava Citrus Sauce
(Great with mahi-mahi, snapper, cod, or salmon) Ingredients (Serves 2)Fish2 fish fillets (6 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp salt¼ tsp black pepperGuava Sauce½ cup guava purée2 tbsp fresh orange juice1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp grated fresh gingerPinch of salt Step-by-Step InstructionsPat fish fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.Heat olive oil… Read more
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Guava-Glazed Chicken Breasts
Ingredients (Serves 2)Chicken2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–7 oz each)1 tbsp olive oil¾ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper½ tsp garlic powderGuava Glaze¾ cup guava paste, diced or ¾ cup guava purée¼ cup water1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey½ tsp soy sauce Step-by-Step InstructionsPat chicken dry with paper towels.Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic… Read more
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Grilled Steak with Dragonfruit Balsamic Reduction
Ingredients (Serves 2)Steak1 lb ribye, strip, or sirloin steak1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepper Dragonfruit Reduction1 cup red dragonfruit, chopped2 tbsp balsamic vinegar1 tbsp brown sugar or honey1 tbsp water Step-by-Step InstructionsRemove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking.Rub steak with olive oil, salt, and pepper.Heat grill or cast-iron skillet to high… Read more
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