A Land of Delight Natural Farm & Nursery · Plant City, FL
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Actively blooming, ready-to-plant selections perfectly suited for Central Florida's warm climate — available now at our farm in Plant City.
"The best time to plant is when the tree is blooming — you can see its vigor, its health, and start your harvest sooner."
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Why Plant During Bloom? The Central Florida Advantage
If you've been searching for fruit trees in Central Florida, you already know how important it is to choose varieties that can handle our intense summers, mild winters, and high humidity. Here at A Land of Delight Natural Farm & Nursery in Plant City, we've just welcomed a fresh shipment of trees that are actively blooming and beginning to set fruit right now.
Planting during the bloom stage is actually one of the best things you can do as a Florida gardener. When a tree is actively flowering, you get a front-row view of its vigor and health. You're not guessing — you're watching the tree perform. That also means you'll reach your first harvest significantly faster than if you planted a dormant or pre-bloom tree.
What Thrives in Central Florida? Understanding Your Growing Zone
Central Florida sits in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b and 10a — a sweet spot that makes our region one of the most productive places in the country for growing fruit trees. Our winters rarely dip below freezing, and our long, warm growing season means trees get ample time to establish and produce.
The key is choosing varieties that love heat and humidity rather than fight it. Citrus, avocado, peach, Barbados cherry, and tropical apples are all excellent fits for Central Florida home gardens and properties. These trees don't just survive our climate — they thrive in it.
Planting Tips for Central Florida Success
Whether you're in Plant City, Tampa, Lakeland, Brandon, or anywhere across the greater Central Florida region, a few simple practices go a long way toward helping your fruit tree settle in beautifully:
Choose the right spot. Most fruit trees want full sun — at least 6 to 8 hours daily. In our climate, morning sun with some afternoon shade protection can help young trees during their first summer.
Amend your soil. Florida's sandy soils drain well, which is good, but they need organic matter. Adding compost at planting time gives roots a richer environment to establish in quickly.
Water consistently at first. Young trees need regular moisture during their first 3–6 months. After that, established fruit trees are remarkably drought-tolerant, especially citrus.
Mulch generously. A thick ring of mulch around the base keeps roots cool, retains moisture, and reduces competition from weeds — all especially valuable during Florida's hot summers.
Plant in the right season. While Florida's mild climate means you can plant fruit trees nearly year-round, late winter through spring — exactly when our current inventory is blooming — is an ideal window before summer heat intensifies.
🍊 Citrus Trees Available Now
All varieties hand-selected for Florida Zone 9b–10a performance. Currently blooming and in stock at our Plant City nursery.
Ruby Red Grapefruit
Sweet, blush-red flesh. Excellent for Florida.
Ray Ruby Grapefruit
Deep ruby color, rich flavor profile.
Navel Orange
Seedless, easy to peel. Classic Florida citrus.
Cara-Cara (Red Navel)
Pinkish-red flesh, sweeter than standard navel.
Valencia Orange
The juicing orange. Prolific producer.
Blood Orange
Stunning crimson flesh. Distinctive flavor.
Murcott Tangerine
Honey-sweet, great for snacking.
Satsuma
Cold-hardy citrus, seedless segments.
Minneola Tangelo
Tangerine × grapefruit cross. Distinctive knob top.
Meyer Lemon
Sweeter than standard lemon. Compact tree.
Ponderosa Lemon
Large fruit, thick rind, lots of juice.
Variegated Pink Lemon
Striped fruit, pink flesh, ornamental beauty.
Key Lime (Thorny)
The authentic Florida bartender's lime.
Persian Lime
Thornless, seedless. Most popular lime variety.
Citrus Cocktail
Multiple varieties grafted on one tree.
🥑🍑 Additional Fruit Tree Varieties
Tropical and sub-tropical fruit trees that love Central Florida's climate — all in stock now.
Avocado — Brogdon
Cold-hardy Florida avocado. Large, dark-skinned fruit with rich, buttery flavor. Excellent for Zone 9b.
Barbados Cherry
Extremely high in Vitamin C. Produces abundantly in Florida's heat. Small red fruit, tart-sweet flavor.
Peach — Tropic Beauty
A true Florida peach. Low-chill requirement means it fruits reliably in our mild winters.
Apple — Anna
One of very few apple varieties suited to Florida. Low-chill, productive, and genuinely delicious.
Florida-Tested Varieties
Every tree in our nursery is selected specifically for Central Florida's Zone 9b–10a climate. No guesswork — these trees are proven performers in our heat, humidity, and mild winters.
Buy Blooming, Harvest Sooner
Our current inventory is actively blooming and beginning to set fruit. When you plant at this stage, you dramatically shorten the wait to your first harvest compared to smaller, pre-bloom trees.
Local Farm, Local Knowledge
We're not a big-box store. We're a working farm in Plant City, FL, and our team has hands-on experience growing fruit trees in this specific region. Come with questions — we love helping you succeed.
Ready to Grow Your Own Fruit in Central Florida?
Our freshly arrived blooming inventory is some of the healthiest we've seen — but quantities are limited. If you've been thinking about adding an orange tree, a Meyer lemon, an avocado, or something more exotic to your yard, now is the time to come see us.
Located in Plant City, we're conveniently accessible for gardeners throughout Hillsborough County, Polk County, Pasco County, and the greater Tampa Bay area. Come by the farm, ask our team anything, and leave with a tree that will reward you for years to come.
📍 2514 Leaning Pine Ln, Plant City, FL | 📞 813-359-9120
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