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2020 Citrus Selections *All Selections Subject to Availability
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December – April
A Cara Cara Navel is a red-fleshed navel believed to be a cross
between the Washington Navel and the Brazilian Bahia Navel. This
medium sized, seedless sweet treat is something you will not want
to miss.
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Cara Cara
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October – January
Organic Clementine's are the perfect snack on a cold winter day.
These are the star of the winter season, so get yours now!
clementine's
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Clementine
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Winter Months
The Daisy Tangerine is a medium-large hybrid of the mandarin
varieties. They have a very round shape and easy rind to peal.
These tangerines are known to be seedless with a very rich orange
coloring, and juicy sweet taste.
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Daisy
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Winter Months
Kishu Tangerines are very delicate yet sweet hidden gems. They are
smaller than the typical tangerine, but don’t let that deter you –
these are something you don’t want to miss out on.
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Kishu Tangerine
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January – April
Kumquats are small bite sized fruits that fill your mouth a big burst
of sweet-tart citrus flavor. These were originally grown in China,
however they have been displaced in many other areas including
Florida and California. In contrast to other citrus fruits, the peel of
the kumquat is edible – try one now!
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Kumquat
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Winter Months
Paige Tangerines are small to medium sized with an easy to peel
rind. The flesh is a deep orange color and is nearly seedless with
every bight. It has a well balance between juicy and sweet – try
some now!
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Paige Tangerines
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January – April
A Pink Variegated Lemon is a pink fleshed Eureka Lemon. It is a
variation of a lemon with a unique pink flesh, green striped rind and
multi-colored foliage. These lemons are very tart and are a great
addition to the lemon assortment.
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Pink Variegated Lemon
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January – March
The largest of all citrus fruit, Pummelos have a thick, dark green
peel that fades to yellow as the season progresses. Less acidic than
traditional grapefruit – they have a zesty, tropical scent, with a tangy
flavor.
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Pummelo
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October – January
Satsumas have a sweet aroma with a refreshing flavor that is warm
and tropical. Satsumas peel and segment easily and are seedless.
One satsuma provides more than a full day’s supply of Vitamin C.
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Satsuma
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October – April
Grown in the fertile soil and sub-tropical climate or Rio Grande
Valley in South Texas, this grapefruit is dark red in color with a blush
to its yellow skin. This variety is sweet and juicy and makes a great
snack at anytime.
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Texas Grapefruit
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Blood Orange
Blood oranges offer a distinct, rich orange taste with hints of berry.
One blood orange contains over a day’s worth of vitamin C. They
are easy to peel with a deep maroon interior making them a
uniquely colored snack or addition to your favorite citrus recipe.
December – April
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December – April
A Cara Cara Navel is a red-fleshed navel believed to be a cross
between the Washington Navel and the Brazilian Bahia Navel. This
medium sized, seedless sweet treat is something you will not want
to miss.
D e s c r i p t i o n
Cara Cara
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February – May
Gold Nugget Mandarins are sweet and easy to peel. This seedless
variety originally received its name from its beautiful, bright and
bumpy rind. These mandarins are a little bigger than the traditional
mandarins, but they are a piece of gold you wont want to miss.
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Gold Nugget
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January
Heirloom navels are a breed of the true Navel Orange, however
they are picked from the “old line” orange groves. This navel is
specifically grown for certain farm practices so it is unique within
itself.
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Heirloom Navel
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Honey Tangerine
Honey tangerines are small fruits with a flattened oval shape. They
have thin, pale orange rinds with a pebble-like textured surface.
Honey tangerines have a juicy, pale orange interior that gives off a
flavorful aroma. They are aptly named for their sweet taste with
notes of honey and spice.
October – January
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Winter Months
Kishu Tangerines are very delicate yet sweet hidden gems. They are
smaller than the typical tangerine, but don’t let that deter you –
these are something you don’t want to miss out on.
D e s c r i p t i o n
Kishu Tangerine
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Melo Gold
Melo Golds are a cross between a white grapefruit and a Pummelo.
They are thicker than most grapefruits with a thick rind and golden
yellow interior. Melo Golds are very sweet and lack the tartness
sometimes associated with grapefruit.
November – December
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January – April
The Minneola, nicknamed “The Honeyball” because of it unique
shape, is a cross between a tangerine and grapefruit. Minneola’s
are sweet with a mild tartness while having relatively few seeds. The
large size and slightly elongated neck makes it easy to recognize so
you wont oversee these.
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Minneola
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January – February
Murcotts are widely grown in Florida between January and March. It
is a hybrid orange being the child orange of the Tangelo. These
medium size oranges have a thin, smooth rind and peel moderately
well. They have a honey-like flavor to them and are sometimes
referenced as Honey Mandarin.
D e s c r i p t i o n
Murcotts
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February – April
The Ortanique is a late season tangor mandarin. It has a very clean
an distinctive look, with a thin and leathery rind. The Ortanique is
very sweet with a strong balance of acidity.
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Ortanique
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January – March
The largest of all citrus fruit, Pummelos have a thick, dark green
peel that fades to yellow as the season progresses. Less acidic than
traditional grapefruit – they have a zesty, tropical scent, with a tangy
flavor.
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Pummelo
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December – January
Stem and Leaf Satsumas are not your typical satsumas – these
satsumas are incredibly juicy with a strong honey-like sweetness.
These satsumas are a healthy treat that you don’t want to miss.
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Stem & Leaf Satsuma
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January – February
The Sumo Mandarin is the biggest mandarin you will ever see.
Dated all the way back to the 1970’s – this mandarin is a cross
between the Japanese satsuma with big, juicy oranges from
California. It has a very distinctive shape, so you wont miss these!
D e s c r i p t i o n
Sumo
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November – March
Sweet limes can easily be mistaken for lemons because of their
yellow color – however don’t be fooled. These limes have a unique
flavor because they are less acidic. These limes can be eaten like
any ripe fruit and they will not disappoint.
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Sweet Lime
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December – April
The Ugli Fruit is a form of a tangelo, hybridizing a grapefruit and a
orange or tangerine. The light-green surface blemishes turn orange
when the fruit is at its peak ripeness so be sure to grab a ripe one
now!
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Ugli Fruit
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November – February
White Grapefruit have a bright yellow rind when ripe with a yellow
flesh, and are almost perfectly round. These grapefruits are very
juicy and contain up to 75% juice. They are sweet with a contrasting
bitter and sourness.
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White Grapefruit
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