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We’re now shipping nationwide across the continental U.S. again! 🌱
📦 Please note: Shipping to California remains paused due to agricultural regulations. We expect to resume shipping to CA in August 2025.
🌿 Explore the Exquisite Cherry Pitanga Jambo - A Rare Delight for Your Garden! 🍒
Ships in a 3 Gallon Pot
Looking for something truly extraordinary to grace your garden? Feast your eyes on the Cherry Pitanga Jambo, also known as Eugenia repanda. Hailing from the lush landscapes of Brazil, this remarkable fruit tree produces red-black treasures that rival the flavors of cherries and plums. With the incredible ability to bear fruit in just four short years, it's a true showstopper.
🍒 Flavorful Bounty Awaits! The Cherry Pitanga Jambo boasts fruit with a taste and size reminiscent of cherries or plums. Picture delightfully juicy, red-black orbs that will redefine your fruit expectations. Savor the harmonious blend of sweetness and tartness, and experience the sheer pleasure of homegrown fruit.
🌱 A Gorgeous Addition to Your Landscape! Not only does this tree bear delectable fruit, but it's also a stunning ornamental addition to any garden. Its majestic height, reaching up to 20 feet, commands attention. Thriving in full to partial sun, it's adaptable as long as the soil is kept moist and well-drained. Discover the allure of the Cherry Pitanga Jambo in hardiness zones 9-11.
🌟 Key Plant Details:
- 🌱 Size: Ships in a 3-gallon pot, ready to flourish in your garden.
- 🌞 Light: Thrives in full to partial sun.
- 🏞️ Soil: Flourishes in moist, well-drained soil.
- ❄️ Hardiness Zones: Ideal for Zones 9-11.
🍽️ Culinary Delights Await!
- Flavor Profile: Enjoy the succulent texture and a flavor that combines the best of cherries and plums.
- Culinary Uses: Perfect for fresh snacking, jams, and desserts that will elevate your culinary creations.
🌿 Fruitful Habits:
- Height: Grows to an impressive 10-20 feet, or pruned for maintained height
- Fruiting Season: Revel in bountiful harvests; the Cherry Pitanga Jambo can be prolific.
- Boosting Fruit Set: Ensure consistent moisture and well-drained soil to enhance fruit production.
🏥 Medicinal Marvel & Nutritional Gem: Apart from its irresistible taste, this rare fruit tree offers potential health benefits. Rich in antioxidants and essential nutrients, it's a nutritious addition to your garden.
🌍 Origins and Fascinating History:
The Cherry Pitanga Jambo, scientifically known as Eugenia repanda, traces its roots back to the captivating landscapes of Brazil. Its history is intertwined with the rich tapestry of Brazilian culture and traditions, making it a truly unique addition to your garden.
Native Brazilian Treasure: This exceptional fruit tree is native to parts of Brazil, particularly the southern and southeastern regions. It has flourished in the subtropical climate, where it has been cherished for centuries.
Cultural Significance: The Pitanga, as it's often referred to in Brazil, holds a special place in Brazilian culinary and cultural heritage. It's a symbol of abundance, flavor, and the natural beauty of the country. Locals have incorporated it into a wide range of traditional dishes, from refreshing drinks to exquisite desserts.
Traditional Uses: In Brazilian folklore, the Cherry Pitanga Jambo is celebrated not only for its delicious fruit but also for its medicinal properties. It has been historically used to treat various ailments and is believed to possess healing qualities. Its leaves and fruit have found their way into traditional remedies and herbal concoctions.
A Versatile Beauty: Beyond its culinary and medicinal uses, the Cherry Pitanga Jambo's stunning appearance has made it a sought-after ornamental tree. Its evergreen foliage, glossy leaves, and vibrant fruit have inspired landscapers and garden enthusiasts alike to incorporate it into their gardens.
A Journey to Your Garden: The journey of this remarkable cultivar from its native Brazil to your garden is a testament to its enduring allure. It has found its way into the hearts and gardens of people around the world, thanks to its unique blend of beauty and flavor.
Cultivating Tradition: When you plant a Cherry Pitanga Jambo in your garden, you're not just adding a tree; you're cultivating a piece of Brazilian tradition and history. It's a living connection to the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Brazil, and it's bound to become a cherished part of your own gardening story.
With its captivating backstory and cultural significance, the Cherry Pitanga Jambo is more than just a fruit tree—it's a living piece of history and tradition waiting to flourish in your garden. Embrace this unique heritage and let the allure of Brazil bloom in your own backyard. 🇧🇷🌱🍒
🌳 Ornamental Appeal: With its captivating leaf pattern, striking trunk, and beautiful color palette, the Cherry Pitanga Jambo is a visual masterpiece. It's perfect for creating a focal point or enhancing your landscape's aesthetic.
🌱 Green Dreams' Gardening Tips:
- Where to Plant: Choose a sunny spot or provide partial shade for optimal growth.
- How to Plant: Plant in moist, well-drained soil.
- Caring for Your Pitanga Jambo: Regular pruning can maintain its ornamental beauty and boost fruit production.
🏡 Ideal for:
- Gardeners seeking rare and unique fruit trees
- Those with a passion for ornamental and edible landscaping
- Anyone looking to elevate their garden's appeal and flavor
🚫 Not Ideal for:
- Extremely cold climates outside of recommended hardiness zones
🌴 Transform Your Garden with the Cherry Pitanga Jambo! Don't miss this opportunity to bring home a piece of the tropics. Order your Eugenia repanda today and embark on a journey of taste, beauty, and tropical splendor right in your own garden! 🌴🍒🌿
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
