Cherry of the Rio Grande are exceptional evergreen and highly ornamental tropical fruit trees, which produce cherry-like fruits in 4-5 years from seed and stay around 15ft tall in the Florida landscape.
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Why you Should Grow Florida Mangoes
Whether you’re a life-long Floridian like me, a new recruit to the state from up north, or have previously graced tropical islands one thing we likely have in common is a love of Mangoes (otherwise, you’re reading the wrong article). Though, depending upon where you grew up, you might never have had truly fresh, perfectlyContinue reading “Why you Should Grow Florida Mangoes”
Fall is here!
The Autumn Equinox is coming this Saturday September 23rd. The official start of Fall is therefore right around the corner and we’re really excited! Fall is a beautiful time of year in Central Florida. Here in Florida we don’t see much of the change of scenery— the bright pop of leaves that turn from lushContinue reading “Fall is here!”
The Top 10 Avocado Varieties for Central Florida
Avocados are incredible trees in the laurel family known for their oily and delicious fruit, which have numerous health benefits. Avocados are an excellent source of a multitude of vitamins. These super fruits (which are technically berries) have properties that can improve digestion, reduce depression and are good for heart health. These and other healthContinue reading “The Top 10 Avocado Varieties for Central Florida”
Jaboticaba: What They Are and Why We Grow Them
Jaboticaba (sometimes spelled Jabuticaba) are a rare tropical fruit tree native to Brazil, where it is called Jabuticabeira. The predominant variety found in Central Florida is ‘Sabara’ which is a tried-and-true variety that produces a thick skinned dark hued purple-to-black fruit with white pulp/flesh which surrounds and clings to 1-3 small seeds. Jaboticaba are tasty,Continue reading “Jaboticaba: What They Are and Why We Grow Them”
Starting Froot Farms
We’re approaching 3-years in business! Those 3-short years ago I stumbled upon a long last passion – growing plants. I loved my annual vegetable garden growing up, but after childhood I stopped playing in the dirt and resigned to a life in the office. Were it not for life throwing me back into it –Continue reading “Starting Froot Farms”