Florida is known for having some of the best citrus in the world. Nearly 80% of citrus is grown and shipped from Florida because of our wonderful climate. Even though citrus is a major crop in Florida, it was not a native fruit. Historians believe that the first citrus was brought to Florida in 1513 by Ponce de Leon and his men. In the Sunshine State we have tropical weather where the temperature doesn’t get drastically cold at night — even in the winter.

Picking the best Florida Citrus

There are a few indicators that can help you pick the right fruit based on the looks alone. While we all have a preference as to what citrus we like, it’s a good idea to know which fruit is better based on looks.

Light Colored – some of the better varieties of citrus are the peels that appear to be lighter in color. Our Florida oranges are not picked until they’ve been tree-ripened to perfection.

Green Fruit – green fruit is not always the best indicator as the fruit could still be fully ripened inside. Sometimes as an orange is ripening on the tree it turns green as the chlorophyll rushes to the peel of the fruit. As the fruit fully ripens it is common to see this happen.

Which Florida citrus you shouldn’t buy

Citrus that is contained inside an air-tight container should never be bought. The moisture contained inside the fruit will escape into the container, thus causing mold to develop. At Davidson Brothers we have special containers that allow our fruit to breathe as to not cause this issue.

We hope that with a little guidance you can make the educated decision on what type of citrus you should buy in the future.

Florida is known for having some of the best citrus in the world. Nearly 80% of citrus is grown and shipped from Florida because of our wonderful climate. Even though citrus is a major crop in Florida, it was not a native fruit. Historians believe that the first citrus was brought to Florida in 1513 by Ponce de Leon and his men. In the Sunshine State we have tropical weather where the temperature doesn’t get drastically cold at night — even in the winter.

Picking the best Florida Citrus

There are a few indicators that can help you pick the right fruit based on the looks alone. While we all have a preference as to what citrus we like, it’s a good idea to know which fruit is better based on looks.

Light Colored – some of the better varieties of citrus are the peels that appear to be lighter in color. Our Florida oranges are not picked until they’ve been tree-ripened to perfection.

Green Fruit – green fruit is not always the best indicator as the fruit could still be fully ripened inside. Sometimes as an orange is ripening on the tree it turns green as the chlorophyll rushes to the peel of the fruit. As the fruit fully ripens it is common to see this happen.

Which Florida citrus you shouldn’t buy

Citrus that is contained inside an air-tight container should never be bought. The moisture contained inside the fruit will escape into the container, thus causing mold to develop. At Davidson Brothers we have special containers that allow our fruit to breathe as to not cause this issue.

We hope that with a little guidance you can make the educated decision on what type of citrus you should buy in the future.

Choosing a gift can be hard at times, especially if you don't know what someone likes, needs, or has. The beauty of Angie's Groves is that we have a large array of fruit, fruit baskets, and trays that are suitable for those that enjoy fresh fruit. We have different themed gift baskets that are perfect for most occasions such as: baby showers, birthdays, promotions, thank yous, and more. If you're absolutely indecisive about picking something from our selection, try our gift certificates. 

If you know they'll like something on our product page, but not sure which one exactly, just give them a gift certificate so they can make the decision. 

Our fruit is grown along the Indian River in Florida and we refrain from using harmful chemicals that you'll often find in your local grocery store. Our fruit is also tree-ripened, which allows it to be eaten the moment it arrived to your door. We take pride in our product, and guarantee that you'll be satisfied with every bight. 

Give us a call at 800-426-4437 to order your gift certificate. 

Originally from India, Valencia oranges get their name from Valencia, Spain. And believe it or not, this orange is a patented hybrid which was later sold to a ranch that would dedicate half of their land to the production of Valencia oranges. The popularity of this orange originated in Southern California, however, rising costs drove the ranch owners to bring production of the Valencia orange to Florida. This is where over 80 percent of citrus is grown today. 

The Valencia orange is known for it's excellent taste, color, and they are often seedless - to a few seeds. Our Valencia oranges are grown along our Indian River Groves, and are tree-ripened to perfection. Tree ripening ensures that the product is perfect for eating by the time it gets to your door.

At Angie’s Groves we have Valencia orange fruit trays that come in different sizes. The oranges are carefully packed in their own container. You’ll enjoy the smooth, thin skin of the Valencia orange, because it makes it easier to get to the inside. Valencia oranges are typically in season from March – June.

If you need help deciding how much to order, just give us a call at 386-252-7462 and we’ll guide you in the correct direction.

Create a memorable moment for yourself, or for another by trying some of our fruit trays. You'll be amazed at the quality, taste, and speed of your order's fulfillment. We pride ourselves in how we take care of our customers by hand-selecting oranges and only choosing the best to be sent to your door step. Our quality originates from the grove and is then passed down to you. The care that goes into Angie's Groves oranges are unlike anything you've ever seen. 

If it's big your looking for, try our jumbo grapefruit tray. It comes loaded down with grapefruits that weigh around 1.5lbs each. This sweet Indian River ruby red grapefruit will turn a head or two by sheer size alone -- 15" diameter. 

If you're unsure how many to buy of this big beauty, just give our friendly staff a call at 800-426-4437. We're standing by to help you pick the best citrus available for this season.