{"product_id":"the-florida-fruit-garden-ebook","title":"The Florida Fruit Garden - eBook","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA digital download link will be sent to you upon submission of payment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eeBook Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"143\"\u003eGrowing fruit in Florida comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. With sandy soil, intense heat, heavy rains, pests, and occasional cold snaps, the Sunshine State can feel unpredictable for new fruit growers. At the same time, Florida is one of the few places in the country where a backyard can produce an incredible variety of tropical, subtropical, and traditional fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eIn this practical book, Florida gardener Petrina Steacy shares the lessons she learned while building her own backyard orchard. Drawing on more than a decade of hands-on experience, she explains how to work with Florida’s climate, soil, and seasons to grow healthy fruit trees and productive plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eThis full-color, \u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e138-page ebook\u003c\/strong\u003e walks through the key decisions and techniques that make fruit growing successful in Florida, from planting your first tree to planning a productive backyard orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eInside, you’ll learn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eHow Florida’s climate, chill hours, and seasonal weather patterns affect fruit production\u003cbr data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eHow to prepare sandy soil and plant fruit trees so they establish quickly and stay healthy\u003cbr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eHow sunlight, spacing, watering, fertilizing, and pruning influence long-term tree health\u003cbr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eHow pollination works and why variety selection matters for reliable harvests\u003cbr data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eHow to manage pests, disease, and wildlife common to Florida fruit gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eThe book also explores fruit choices for different goals and garden sizes, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003eFast-producing fruits that reward beginners quickly\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eCompact plants and container options for patios and small yards\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eSweet, easy-to-harvest fruits that are great for families\u003cbr data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eLong-term fruit trees that can produce for decades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1811\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eIt also includes a detailed fruit index with quick-reference fact cards, making it easy to compare fruit types, growing requirements, and recommended varieties at a glance. In the final section, you’ll find practical help with harvesting, preserving, and planning so you can make the most of your fruit throughout the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2339\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWritten specifically for Florida gardeners, this book brings together foundational knowledge, plant selection ideas, and real-world lessons to help you grow fruit with more confidence and less guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Homegrown Florida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45345787838643,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/9621\/5475\/files\/BookSquare_1.png?v=1773338167","url":"https:\/\/homegrownflorida.myshopify.com\/products\/the-florida-fruit-garden-ebook","provider":"Homegrown Florida","version":"1.0","type":"link"}