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sourcing flying dragon?

12 years ago

I'm having a lot of trouble finding a source for Flying Dragon seedlings/seeds. I searched the forum and Google, and the best I can find are some posts from a couple years ago on different forums around the web, with members trading or selling to each other.

Does anyone out there either have a Flying Dragon tree that is starting to ripen, or know of somewhere I can purchase seeds or seedlings? Thank you!

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redshirtcat
12 years ago
When I looked into trying to do my own grafting I found a source for liners that will sell flying dragon (or did at the time) but you have to buy in large quantities. I forget the minimum order but you might check them out:

http://www.citrustreesource.com/pricing/

They sell the seedlings, the seeds, and complete liners.

Let me know what you find out I'm still interested in trying to do some grafting - I had a tree that died above the graft that I'm trying to grow into a source of seeds but so far no blossoms.
destin_gardener
12 years ago
stropharia,

Since you live in a citrus producing state, the agricultural restrictions will probably prevent you from shipping citrus into the state without pathogen testing and certifications. That being said, Check out Louisiana Nursery in OPELOUSAS. I am sure that they can supply you with what you are looking for.
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stropharia
Original Author
12 years ago
Thanks redshirtcat, I'll look into them.

destin gardener, I live in the Baton Rouge area, and there are three Louisiana Nurseries in town. Is there something special about the one in Opelousas, or could most nurseries possibly help me out? I had never thought of them as a source, thanks!
silica
12 years ago
Flying Dragon seeds are not be available until late fall. Flying Dragon contain a lot of seeds, but the fruit is not mature at this time of the year.
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12 years ago
The Louisiana Nursery I am thinking of is located in Opelousas, Does business as Durio Nursery. You may have to call them. They are all probably worth calling...

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