Shade Producing Fruit Trees

Lemon Bay Rum tree in a 3 gallon container. Unique variety of Bay Rum with a refreshing lemon scent. The bayberry or bay rum tree (Pimenta racemosa) is a broadleaved tropical evergreen native to the islands of the Caribbean. The bay rum tree is known for the essential oil present in the leaves and stems. The oil, composed of terpenes, has a clove-like fragrance. Bay rum first came about as a 'rub' for sore muscles, strains, and sprains. It was also discovered that the essential oil contains a diterpene that has anti-bacterial properties. Bay rum was a popular aftershave in the early 20th century. It is literally made with the leaves of the tree and rum. Consequently, the aftershave has its spicy notes from the bay and its smoky, woody tones from the rum aged in casks.

Lemongrass plant in a 3 gallon container. Lemongrass is a tropical herb packed with strong citrus flavor. The lemon taste is prized in Asian cooking, as well as in teas, sauces, and soups. In the garden, lemongrass forms a tall, grassy clump 3 to 5 feet tall. Its appearance rivals that of many ornamental grasses and can easily fulfill a similar role in the landscape.

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Very close relative of the lychee • Brown leathery shell with sweet pulp that resembles that of a grape with one seed in the middle • Fruits are brown when ripe and extremely sweet • Fruits are about the size of a quarter • Produce more fruit than lychee trees • Fruits from July to September • Full sun • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Very close relative of the lychee • Brown leathery shell with sweet pulp that resembles that of a grape with one seed in the middle • Fruits are brown when ripe and extremely sweet • Fruits are about the size of a quarter • Produce more fruit than lychee trees • Fruits from July to September • Full sun • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

Loquat/Japanese Plum Tree in a 3 Gallon Container. Loquats are shaped like Christmas trees, but they have large fuzzy leaves that are green on top and silver underneath. The fruit tastes like a combination of peach and apricot. They are most often eaten fresh, in jellies and in wines. The trees will begin fruiting at just one to two years of age. Cold hardy tree good addition to any garden since it provides fruit during the winter months.

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Flavor of passion fruit and grapes, scent of a red rose • Large, deep red fruit • Fruits May – June • Full sun, sun to partial shade • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Flavor of passion fruit and grapes, scent of a red rose • Largest of lychee fruits • Slow, compact grower • Produces every 3 out of 4 years • Full sun, sun to partial shade • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in 3 gallon container • “Hak Ip” means “Black Leaf” referring to the tree’s greenish-black leaves • Flavor of passion fruit and grapes, scent of a red rose • Full sun, sun to partial shade • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Flavor of passion fruit and grapes, scent of a red rose • Tastes slightly more tart than other lychee varieties • Considered a commercial variety • Full sun, sun to partial shade • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in 3 gallon container • Flavor of passion fruit and grapes, scent of a red rose • Ripens May – June • Considered a high-end variety • Reliable and superior quality • Full sun, sun to partial shade • Indoor/Patio Growing (Zones 4-11), Outdoor Growing (Zones 9-11)

• Comes in a 3 gallon Container • High quality, hard to crack • Often used in baking • Eaten fresh or roasted • About the size of a quarter • Require vise or hammer to open • Slow growing, very dense trees • Can be container grown • Grow to about 8 ft. tall • Patio/Indoor growing Zones 4-11, Outdoors Zones 9-11

The Malay Apple Black Star Variety in a 3 gallon container comes all the way from Vietnam. This fruit is very hard to find. The fruit is a beautiful dark red to black color with a pear shape about the size of an apple. The flesh is crunchy and juicy with a mild sweet flavor with a hint of rose essence. ** Get yours while they last **

Malay Apple Tree in a 3 Gallon Container. The malay apple or Otaheite Apple is a close relative to the wax jambu and the rose apple. Unlike the wax jambu the malay apple has a single marbled sized seed that separates easily from the pulp. The fruit are bell shaped and can be up to eight inches long. The taste can be described as a rose water flavored apple, and they are pleasant and cooling to eat. The trees fruit prolifically, and larger fruit size can be achieved by thinning the crop and watering heavily. The tree grows fast and large, and they typically have a Christmas tree shape.

Mamey Tree Grafted in a 3 Gallon Container. Mamey is the national fruit of Cuba. It has the flavor and texture of sweet potato pudding and it is best served as a milkshake. It can be difficult to tell when the fruit is mature, because they do not have a color break like mangos and they will still be rock hard. The best way to tell if the fruit is ready to pick is to scratch the surface. If it is green underneath, then it needs more time. If the fruit is pink where scratched, then it is ready to pick. They typically take four to five days to ripen once picked, and at this stage they are soft to the touch. Great value since Mamey fruit usually cost between $5-$7 each.

The Mammea apple is a berry that is round with a brown or grey thick skin. The fruit is soft fiber less, orange to yellow in hue with a sweet flavor.

The most Regal desert mango from North India. Fruits weighing 14-16 oz. Intense sweetness to strong saffron mango flavors. This is a mango for the true connoisseur its flavor could prove to be overpowering! Add this limited collectors variety to your garden and by the envy of all mango enthusiasts! **Extremely Limited quantity first come first serve basis**

The Alphonso variety is a beautiful addition to any garden, grafted in a 3 gallon container this mango is also known as Haapoos, Aapoos from different parts of India. The Alphonso Mango cultivar is considered by many to be one of the best in sweetness that will have you licking your fingers and wanting more, a flavor that will keep your taste buds drooling for more and an aromatic scent that will awaken every sense of smell in your mind . It is considered to be the King of Mango's although it does have a short shelf life. It is also one of the most expensive kinds of mango's on the market they are priced at $45.00 per box of 10 mango's. The season for these mango's start in April and last through May with the fresh fruit weighing in between 150 g and 300 g each.

The Bailey's Marvel is a popular Florida grown mango that is a cross between the Hayden and the Bombay mango varieties. The fruit skin can vary in color being a deep yellow to red blush and the flesh being fiber less bright orange creamy inside. This Variety is considered to be slightly more cold tolerant than other varieties of Mango

One of the most popular dessert Mango's to have by itself or paired with frozen yogurt and ice cream! • Comes in a 3 gallon container • Originates from Haiti • Oval, smooth, non-waxy skin • Fruits weigh from 8-16 oz. and are very firm • Bright yellow to orange • Sweet flavor, considered a popular dessert mango

The Bombay Variety makes a great shade tree in any garden. Grown in a 3 gallon container Bombay is an Indian / Jamaican favorite and is considered very popular because of it being so easy to twist from the pit of the mango and able to spoon the flesh out. This mango has a very sweet, rich and unique taste. The fruit ripens from June to July.

Shipped in it's 3 gallon container. Butter and Cream in the same sentence! Considered to be one of the most flavorful and creamiest mango’s on the market. Gorgeous yellow flesh that only requires eating with a spoon, no knife necessary… just scoop and eat! **Extremely Limited quantity first come first serve basis**

Sweet full-size fruit from this Dwarf variety. Can be kept indoors and produce fresh full-size fruits! Great for beginning gardeners • Comes in a 3 gallon container • Fruits in the winter and summer, ripens from November-January and July • Golden yellow color • Very distinctive coconut flavor • Excellent choice for winter residents • Patio/Indoor growing Zones 4-11, Outdoors Zones 9-11

This Coconut Creme also spelled Coconut Cream mango lives up to it's name! The skin is bright red to orange yellow and the pulp is bright orange. The flavor is a creamy fiber less coconut flavor. This is a coconut lovers delight!

The Famous East Indian Variety grafted and grown in a 3 gallon container gets its popularity and fame from Jamaica and the West Indies. The variety is considered to be a sweet and succulent mango which will leave the juices dripping from your elbows. The fruit is of good size being between medium to large making this tree itself a wonderful shade tree for your yard.

Flavorful, fiberless mango that is great for fresh eating from the tree or in a chopped salad! • Comes in a 3 gallon container • Sweet, fragrant, premium taste • Golden yellowish skin with reddish blush when exposed to sun • Vigorous and large grower • Consistent producer with long-lasting season • Ripens from June to July • Does well in drier climates but can survive in humidity too (Zones 9-11)

Mango Tree Fruit Punch variety Grafted in a 3 Gallon Container. Although this is a relatively new cultivar it is already receiving rave review amongst mango connoisseurs and home gardeners alike. True to its namesake, the fruit from this amazing variety has a medley of flavors earning it the name Fruit Punch mango

The Haden Variety mango was the first superior mango cultivar selected and named in Florida. The flesh is an excellent eating quality with a full sweet flavor. It is also very eye catching with it’s deep yellow base with a crimson blush. Hayden remains an excellent variety for anyone that is wanting a medium or large tree. Fruit ripens from June to July.

Mango Tree Heidi Variety Grafted in a 3 Gallon Container. Amazing Mango with outstanding aroma and flavor. Excellent for eating ripe right off the tree. Very popular in many countries especially South Africa and India. Makes a great shade tree.

Mango Tree Juicy Peach Variety Tree Grafted in a 3 Gallon Container. This is a recently released cultivar which produces amazing medium size fruit that has a hint of Peach flavor. As the name suggest this is an extremely juicy variety of mango that is fiberless as well as sweet. This mango tree variety does well in containers so can be grown practically anywhere, even in colder non-tropical climates as a container plant.

Mango Tree Keitt Variety Grafted in a 3 Gallon Container. 'Keitt' is a Florida selection which has become one of the world’s most outstanding mangos. Excellent eating quality, disease resistance, productivity, and ripening time are some of the features of this four to five pound goliath. The fruit ripens from August to October. The largest fruit availble, 4-5lbs makes a great shade tree.