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What Types of Grapefruits Are There?
Grapefruits are considered to be one of the world’s most nutritious fruits and are a terrific source of vitamins, minerals, fiber, and other nutrients that can help the body stave off diseases and promote overall health. With varying colors and flavors, there will always be a Grapefruit to suit your... more
Read moreDistinguishing Characteristics of Florida Navel Oranges
Different seasons bring numerous good tidings, of which, the availability of varying cultivars of oranges is one. If you are a fan of citrus oranges it is good to know which variety is available in which season – not all of them are available year-round – to ensure that you... more
Read moreHoneybells or Tangelos? Sweet Either Way!
Citrus fruits, unlike many other fruit cultivars in the world, are prone to mutation and have a rare genetic make-up that allows them to be sexually compatible with one another and mix, resulting in new breeds of citrus. This is exactly what happened with Honeybell Oranges – a cross between... more
Read moreAbout Honeybell Oranges: They Make Great Gifts
The belle among all oranges, the Honeybell Orange makes one great gift because they can make your recipient feel extra special, appreciated and well-loved. How so? Origin Many have claimed that they were the first to discover the Honeybell so it is somewhat hard to pinpoint its origin. However, according... more
Read moreWhat does Grapefruit taste like?
Citrus has a signature flavor. With just one bite you can automatically identify the fruit as citrus. The same can be said about Grapefruit. You will find the same brightness and crispness of flavor in all varieties, be it white Grapefruit, pink Grapefruit or red Grapefruit. Although much more tart... more
Read moreWhy are Florida Oranges different from California Oranges?
Florida and California are well known for high-quality oranges. Both of these States have the ideal climate for oranges and other citrus fruits to thrive. However, they aren’t exactly the same. California’s climate is typically mild and dry while Florida is hot and humid. While both states grow the same... more
Read moreWhen are pears in season?
Eating fresh fruits is still the best way to beat the summer heat. They are not only refreshing, they are also nutritious and satisfying. With over a thousand varieties of pears to choose from, you can go for different pear varieties that either have a crunchy or soft peel paired... more
Read moreWhat are the health benefits of apples?
You must be tired of hearing the old Welsh saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” from your mother or grandmother as they keep reminding you daily to eat apples to stay healthy. You may think that this is just an old saying but did you know that... more
Read moreIs it healthy to eat grapefruit every day?
Grapefruit is one of the world’s most nutritious foods, and one of America’s favorite breakfast fruits. It is big and bulbous, tart with an underlying sweet flavor, and oozes with juice that can rival even the premium oranges. This hybrid between the bitter pomelo and sweet orange originated in Barbados... more
Read moreWhat are the sweetest mangoes?
The mango fruit is considered to be the queen of fruits in tropical countries around the world. Although it originated in South East Asia, it is grown in almost every tropical and subtropical region of the world including those in the United States. Brief Introduction Mangos are tropical fruits from... more
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