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GROWING FRUIT IN FLORIDA

Kiwi Fruiting Pair

This New Zealand Kiwi is famous for its rich, tangy flavor, something of a combination of strawberry and pineapple. It's high in Vitamin C, and the plants are very well-adapted to U.S. climates, with no major pests or diseases. In this collection you get 2 plants: 1 of the female variety 'Hayward,' plus 1 male pollinator. This male will pollinate up to 8 female Kiwi plants. Zones 7 - 10. Kiwi Fruit Hayward Female 48664. Hayward - "The" name in female Kiwi plants, Hayward yields a large autumn crop of 2- to 3-inch fruits.

Citrus Lime

Petite Black Fig

Asimina triloba 'Wilson'

PawPaw is a native U.S. plant that thrives in sun or shade with big yields of fragrant fruit. 'Wilson' fruits are extra-large, highly aromatic, and among the sweetest of varieties, weighing at least half a pound each, and are rich, sweet, and custard-like, with hints of banana and vanilla. They ripen a bit later than other PawPaws, turning greenish-yellow in autumn. Expect generous yields -- at least 30 pounds a season -- beginning as early as the second year after planting. The tree reaches 15 to 30 feet tall, and needs a pollinator for fruit set. Zones 5-11.

Dwarf Pomegranate

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Tomato Plant Culture In the Field, Greenhouse, and Home Garden
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FRUIT PUBLICATIONS

Asimina triloba Pawpaw links from Purdue University.
California Rare Fruit Growers, Inc.
Fact sheets and information on many fruits that are also grown in Florida; has over 1,000 unusual fruits listed by scientific and common name.
Fig- Fruit Facts
Fact Sheet with links to fig resources, published by the California Rare Fruit Growers Council.
Florida Blueberry Growers Association
How and when blueberries are produced in Florida.
Florida Grape Growers Association
Has a list of U-pick farms, directory of Florida wineries, and nursery sources of grape.
Florida Strawberry Association
How Plant City, Florida became the world winter strawberry capital and a list of U-pick farms statewide.
Florida Tomatoes
Growing to cooking, this site is a complete guide to the tomato in Florida.
Florida Watermelon Association
Recipes, the Watermelon Queen, and a list of seed producers.
Jackfruit- Fruit Facts
Fact Sheet with links to jack fruit resources, published by the California Rare Fruit Growers Council.
Passion Fruit- Fruit Facts
Fact Sheet with links to passion fruit resources, published by the California Rare Fruit Growers Council.
How to Grow a Pineapple in Your Home
Hawaiians tell you how.
Kiwifruit and Hardy Kiwi
Ohio State University Fact Sheet.
Lychee- Fruit Facts
Fact Sheet with links to lychee resources, published by the California Rare Fruit Growers Council.
Persimmon- Fruit Facts
Fact Sheet with links to persimmon resources, published by the California Rare Fruit Growers Council.
Tropical Fruits
Images and information on tropical fruits by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Charles H. Bronson, Commissioner.

CITRUS INFORMATION

Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus Michael S. Orfanedes, Jonathan H. Crane and Carlos F. Balerdi

The Ultimate Citrus Page
This really is the ultimate citrus page, by Chet Townsend.

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Chris is manager of Metro-Dade's Fruit & Spice Park in Homestead, Florida, a center of activity and information on tropical fruits, nuts, and spices from around the world. Facilities at the Park include all kinds of plant classes, workshops, festivals, and Chris-led world tours.

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If you are a tropical fruit fancier or interested in tropical agriculture, or just long for some fresh air and a jaunt to the countryside, Chris Rollins' corner of the historic Redlands farming district in Homestead is well worth a special trip!

Fruit & Spice Park

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