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A Little History on Indian River Citrus

The Indian River groves got started on the north end of Merritt Island in Brevard County Florida way back in 1807 when a man named Captain Douglas Dummitt was searching for a place to call home for him and his family. During his search for the perfect homestead he would routinely smell the...

Buy Oranges in Season or Out

In the modern world due to new ways of cultivation most fruits like oranges, apples, cantaloupe, etc can be had at anytime of the year. But most fruits still have a season as to when they will be at the their best. This article will discuss what time of year is best to buy ...

Florida Citrus

First up is the yummy Honeybell tangelo . These tasty citrus treats are instantly recognizable by their ever present "nipple" at the top of the fruit. The color is a deep orange hue covering an easy to peel rind making it a great snack to have on the go. An...

Florida Oranges

Who doesn't love eating a juicy orange or drinking a nice cold glass of juice? Oranges make a great start to the day whether it is juice or simply peeling and eating one. Florida oranges are full of vitamins and minerals and the juice that many of drink on a daily basis is stock full of healthy...

Florida Oranges are the Best

Many people think that an orange is an orange is an orange, but at the end of the day Florida oranges are the best in the entire world. Now this isn't to say oranges grown in other parts of the world are not good, but truth be told everyone knows the oranges from Florida are bigger, sweeter...

Fruit Gift Baskets

Fruit baskets have long been a gift that people enjoy receiving. There are many different variations and fruit baskets can contain anything you can imagine. Fruit baskets are easy to make or you can purchase a premade basket from many local retailers and onlin...

Fruit Gift Baskets For All Occasions

Fruit gift baskets are not just for the winter holiday season anymore though that is the only time a lot of people think about sending them. Of course, they do make a great winter treat for those snowbirds stuck in the north shoveling out there store. There is...

Honeybells

Honeybells are a sweet, juicy and seedless fruit. This fruit was known as Minneolas before it became known as the more popular name Honeybell. The growing season for Honeybells is relatively short lasting only six to eight weeks per year. This means that t...

Indian River Citrus

The state of Florida has long been known as a state that produces large amounts of citrus that are great tasting. The growing season usually lasts from October through June. The Indian River Citrus area is located on the eastern coast of Florida and spans ab...

Ruby Red Grapefruit

When many people think of grapefruit they automatically think of the bitter taste; while the fruit may taste bitter the rewards it has to offer your body are very sweet. Ruby Red grapefruit has been shown to fight the common cold as well as prevent some for...

Ruby Red Grapefruit Isn't Just For Breakfast

The ruby red grapefruit is a little sweeter than the traditional grapefruit so it lends itself to different uses for a variety of great-tasting recipes. Adding the fresh squeezed juice or chunks of the fruit to various recipes can help add more vitamins and...

Scripps Article Beach Store and History

Countryside Citrus' new beachside location a huge hit It has been awhile since there was fresh citrus available on the beach, but opening a boutique citrus shop on Ocean Drive makes Countryside Citrus a trailblazer. "So many locals have said it's about time!" said Cheryl Rosel...

Valencia Oranges

Valencia oranges are a sweet variety of orange with at least fifty known sub-varieties and hybrids. Valencia oranges feature a pebbled surface and a medium thickness peel. Valencia oranges were first discovered in Valencia, Spain. During the 19th Century th...

Grove Report

Grove Report March 2023 Grove Report | by Grove Manager Welcome to our first online grove report. This month we are harvesting Valencia Oranges The crop of valencias is plentiful this year and they're ripening up nicely......