For many people, summer just isn’t complete without delicious tasting sweet mountain Bing cherries. These ruby orbs are typically harvested from mid-June to mid-August and seem to perfectly compliment the lazy tempo of summer. The majority of Bing cherries grown in the United States are from Washington. However, other states in the northwest produce cherries as well. When selecting sweet mountain Bing cherries, look for cherries that are large and firm and have a deep red color. Immature Bing cherries will be small and lighter in color while over-ripe ones will be soft and wrinkly. Store unwashed Bing cherries in…
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If you are looking for a unique gift to give your friends and loved ones, or if you want to make some delicious natural sweet treats that you can enjoy without feeling guilty use delicious Florida oranges to create candied orange peels. You can use all sorts of citrus fruits, not just Florida oranges, to make these delicious homemade treats but Florida oranges are perfect for candying. Natural candied citrus peels are cheap to make, delicious to eat, and ideal for gift giving. You can give a jar of candied Florida oranges to friends and loved ones for Valentines Day,…
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Perhaps you are an avid juicer, or someone that frequently purchases all types of citrus fruits. You may be well-versed in creating delicious juices that are tasty and good for you, but how well do you know how to keep your citrus fruits fresh? How well you store your citrus will equate how long you can keep them in your kitchen before you must toss them away. If you learn to store them well to preserve them longer, you may be able to save yourself quite a bit of money and only make one trip to the market each week…
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Citrus punches made with navel oranges, grapefruit and other light citrus fruits are refreshing and light and are the perfect complement to any get together. Especially during the holiday season it’s a good idea to keep the ingredients for citrus punch on hand so that you can make up a light punch if people drop by. Punch made with navel oranges and grapefruit is also a delicious treat on Christmas morning. You can also serve citrus punches at wedding receptions, showers, and birthday parties. Having a punch is much more festive than just serving soda and making punch is so…
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After the holidays are over a lot of people have trouble going back to a healthy routine, but Honeybells can help. Sweet and delicious Honeybells are only available during December and the early part of January but if you store them in a dry and cool place they will stay fresh for several weeks. Honeybells are the perfect way to transition yourself back to a healthy diet because they are very sweet and will satisfy all the cravings you have for sugar after eating holiday sweets for weeks on end during the Christmas season. Delicious Honeybells, like oranges and other…
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When you start eating super sweet Honeybells you’ll need a napkin, or a bib, because this rare fruit has more delicious juice than any other type of citrus fruit. Large Honeybells can contain a cup of juice or more in just one fruit. This fresh juice is fantastic with any meal or as a quick snack on the go. Use super tangy Honeybell juice to shake up your morning smoothies or weekend cocktails. No matter how use it you’ll love the refreshing taste and your family and friends will too. Small kids love Honeybells because they are easier to peel…
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Honeybell season is almost here, and it’s a great time to learn about Honeybellsif you haven’t experienced a Honeybell yet. Honeybells are one of the most beloved citrus fruits in the US. Honeybell fruit has a very short growing season, just a few weeks each year, so people wait anxiously all year long to get Honeybells when they come into season. Honeybell fruit is often called Christmas fruit since it comes into season around Christmas time. Gifts of Honeybell fruit are always a great thing to give your friends and family, especially if they love gourmet fruit. This year give…
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In an episode of the award-winning sitcom Seinfeld, the character Kramer, played by Michael Richards, becomes obsessed with a rare piece of fruit from Oregon called the Mackinaw peach. These juicy peaches are only ripe for two weeks each year. Like many of the products and MacGuffins in the history of the show, the Mackinaw peach is entirely fictional. However, it was inspired by a real piece of produce. Much like the Mackinaw peach, the Honeybell Orange is only ripe for a few weeks each year. As a result, fruit lovers order it weeks, even months in advance. Also known…
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Those who are thinking of growing citrus crops have to become informed about some of the pests and diseases that may create havoc with their crops. While these will vary depending where a person lives, it is important to know where these problems exist. While many of these problems exist on the west coast that does not eliminate the possibility they may cause problems with citrus growers in Florida as well. It’s important before you think of growing any citrus crops to become informed about any problems that may create an unhealthy citrus fruit tree. Citrus plants are high susceptible…
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Nature saves the Best for Last How did the Valencia orange get its name? It’s a story worth telling. In the 1870’s, a shipment of young citrus trees arrived at a grove owner’s orchard from a nursery in England- but the name of the trees wasn’t included in the shipment. The orange variety went nameless for years, until a visiting citrus grower from Spain ended the mystery when he saw them and remarked, “Aha! The late orange of Valencia.” The “late” orange of Valencia, though it matures later than other oranges, remains in season for 3 months or longer, allowing…