Types of Mail Order Fruit

While almost all fruits are available through farmers and companies that offers fruit shipping, citrus fruits are the most popular choices of mail order fruit. The reason for the popularity of citrus fruits is largely due to the difference in flavor of store bought citrus fruits and that provided by farmers that mail fruit direct to the consumer. Citrus fruit relies heavily on its moisture content to enhance its flavor, and traditional methods of storing and shipping fruits in bulk reduces moisture content and allows for bruising of the fruits flesh between the time it is harvested and reaches the consumer’s home.

Florida has many varieties of citrus fruits that are available that you can order from mail order fruit companies. Each fruit has its own characteristics and delicious appeal. Some of the fruits are available for the entire citrus season, while others are only available three weeks out of the year. You can choose from a selection of mail order fruits.

Oranges are a staple of households around America. Whether you prefer your oranges fresh squeezed into a glass of orange juice or sliced for a snack, the juicy flesh provides a wealth of vitamin C that helps boost the immune system. Navel oranges are large, round or oval shaped with a golden orange skin. They are very juicy and sweet, seedless and easy to peel. Navel oranges comes to mind when a person thinks of a Florida orange. They are usually in season from November through January.

Tangerines are much smaller than navel oranges, but are very sweet and seedy. They have a thick skin that makes for easy peeling. Tangerines are usually in season during November through March.

Tangelos are a cross between a grapefruit and a tangerine. The most popular tangelo is the Minneola tangelo. They are mildly tart-sweet with few seeds and are orange-red in color. They are smooth to pebbled in texture and easy to peel. They are in season only in January.

Grapefruits are a popular choice for a breakfast fruit, as their sheer size makes them a meal in themselves. With a slightly tangy taste, many people enjoy them with a sprinkling of sweetener. Grapefruits are in season from October through June.

If you are looking for high quality, health alternatives to the citrus fruits found at your local commercial grocery stores, mail order fruit suppliers may be an excellent option to consider. While the prices may be slightly higher than the discount stores you normally shop at, the lack of pesticides, proper harvesting, careful selection, thorough packaging and timely delivery provides the fresh off the tree flavor that typically only the farmer’s family gets to enjoy.

Taste the Sunshine with Hale Groves

At Hale Groves, we believe the best gifts come from the land, not a factory. For generations, our fruit has been grown slowly under the Florida sun, picked at its peak, and delivered fresh to your door. From sweet Navel Oranges to rare Honeybells, every gift shares the simple joy of real flavor—perfect for holidays, milestones, or everyday moments worth celebrating.

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