Starfruit

thonotorose

13 years ago

Just found out that these do quite well in shade. Therefore, I am on the hunt.

I have had startfruit that was really blah and some that was delish, sweet and crispy.

Do you have the good one? And where did you find it?

TIA,

Veronica

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artyenvy-z9a
13 years ago
I'm looking for a Fuang Tung for the Inverness area. I've had one in the Ft.Myers area and loved it. Sweet,slightly astringent.It dries well,nice table fruit,great wine,and produced heavy. Years ago, I worked at an organic farm and taste tested about 6 varieties and this was my favorite.
jb_fla
13 years ago
Veronica-

I would recommend either Kari or Sri Kembangan. If your in Thonotosassa Kerby's Nursery in Brandon probably has both.

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thonotorose
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13 years ago
Thanks to you both!

I LOVE this list.

V~

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