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Q: Do you have fresh fruits or seeds for sale?
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Right now, we are only selling seedlings. If you are looking to find fresh tropical fruits, I may be able to point you in the right direction. Fill out the contact form with any inquiries.
Q: Are your growing methods "organic"?
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No unnatural growing methods are used, we have decided to go without chemical pesticides or fertilizers. We have gone this direction because it is environmentally sound and the healthiest method in many aspects. We grow everything in composed matter and peat moss, and our fertilizers are entirely organic brands. Presently, we are not certified "organic", however we may become so in the future.
I personally seek out organic or wild seed sources wherever possible.
Q: How do I care for my tree?
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Information about the care and culture of your fruit trees can be found in the encyclopedia. If your question is not answered there, please ask me directly through the contact form. The encyclopedia will be periodically updated with new information and new species, so any questions you send which are not answered in the text will enrich the information available to everyone.
Q: How do I get my tree to fruit?
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In order to get fruit, your tree first needs to flower. Some species respond to drought with flowering, like mangos and myricaria species, for instance. Others flower periodically. Some species fruit with new growth flushes, such as Noni or Mulberry. Some trees are self-fertile (their flowers have male and female parts) and will set fruit by themselves. Others need cross pollination, such as the cherimoya. More information, specific to the species, is available in the encyclopedia.
Q: How much water should I give my tree?
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The general rule of thumb with water is: 1" of water seeps down to moisten 12" of soil. Generally, water should be applied when the top soil is dry, and/or when the plant shows slight physical signs of thirst. Frequency of watering depends on the species. Some species, such as Lychee and Longan, don't mind constant watering. Some even do well in standing water, such as Biriba and Jaboticaba. Some prefer dryer soils, such as cactus species.
Q: What is the difference between a fruit and a vegetable?
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Ultimately, it really depends on whether you're asking a chef or a botanist. Botanically, a fruit is a sexually-produced seed bearing ovary. Any plant part which bears seeds or embryos is technically a fruit. A vegetable is the vegetative part of the plant such the roots, shoots or leaves. In culinary terms, these two categories mingle, as they are centered around taste rather than physiology, so there is different categorizing.
Q: Where do you get your seeds?
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Different fruits are in season at different times. I order most of my fruits directly from the growers themselves at the peak of their season. I harvest the seeds and then grow them. Some seeds, such as Guava or Noni, come from my own potted trees.
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