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Cherry of the Rio Grande, 'Ben's Beaut' (Eugenia involucrata) 3G

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Cherry of the Rio Grande, 'Ben's Beaut' (Eugenia involucrata) 3G
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๐Ÿ’ Cherry of the Rio Grande โ€˜Benโ€™s Beautโ€™ โ€“ The Ultimate Warm-Climate Cherry! ๐ŸŒฟ

If youโ€™ve been dreaming of cherry trees in the South, meet your match! The Cherry of the Rio Grande (Eugenia involucrata) โ€˜Benโ€™s Beautโ€™ is a must-have for lovers of classic cherry flavor who garden in warmer climates. This stunning small tree delivers mouthwatering fruit and ornamental charmโ€”earning its place as one of our top edible landscape picks.


๐ŸŒฟ Quick Facts Table

Botanical Name Eugenia involucrata 'Ben's Beaut'
Plant Type Evergreen subtropical fruit tree
Sale Size 3-gallon container
Mature Size 10โ€“20 ft tall x 6โ€“12 ft wide (pruned/unpruned)
USDA Zones 8โ€“11
Sun Requirements Full sun to partial shade
Cold Hardiness Down to 26ยฐF once established
Growth Habit Upright, bushy form with glossy green foliage
Spacing Requirements 8โ€“10 ft between trees

๐Ÿ’ Fruit Flavor & Fruiting Details

  • Flavor Profile: Closest in taste to traditional northern cherriesโ€”sweet, slightly tangy, and rich
  • Texture: Soft and juicy with a tender bite
  • Fruit Appearance: Deep reddish-purple cherries with lush, fleshy pulp
  • Fruit Size: 1โ€“1.5 inches across
  • Harvest Season: Late spring to early summer in Florida (may fruit twice a year in optimal climates)
  • Yield Info: Prolific once mature (3โ€“4 years)
  • Pollination: Self-fertile, but multiple trees increase fruit set

๐ŸŒฑ Top Benefits and Uses

๐Ÿฐ Culinary Delight:

  • Eat fresh off the tree!
  • Freeze for year-round enjoyment
  • Make jellies, jams, sauces, or wine

๐ŸŒธ Ornamental Appeal:

  • Dazzling white spring blossoms
  • Sculptural growth form and dark evergreen foliage
  • Great for edible hedges, privacy screens, or centerpieces

๐ŸŒŽ Cultural Significance:

  • Native to Brazilโ€”cherished for generations along the Rio Grande River
  • Folklore celebrates it as a symbol of hope, renewal, and abundance

๐Ÿ Wildlife Magnet:

  • Attracts pollinators during flowering
  • Fruit enjoyed by birds and wildlife (and you!)

๐Ÿ›  Best Practices for Planting and Care

  • Location: Choose a sunny, well-draining site. Partial shade is tolerated but may reduce fruiting.
  • Soil: Prefers slightly acidic, loamy soils but adapts to many types.
  • Planting Method: Use the โ€œHigh & Tightโ€ method to avoid waterlogging. Watch on YouTube
  • Watering: Keep evenly moist the first 1โ€“2 years. Drought-tolerant once established.
  • Mulching: Maintain a 2โ€“3 inch mulch ring to suppress weeds and preserve moisture.
  • Fertilizing: Feed 2โ€“3x annually with a balanced organic fertilizer or fruit tree mix for best production.
  • Pruning: Light shaping to encourage airflow and manage size.

๐Ÿชด Container & Indoor Growing Tips

  • Container Size: Start with at least a 10โ€“15 gallon pot
  • Indoor Care: Can be grown indoors in large pots near a south-facing window (Zones 8+)
  • Drainage is essentialโ€”do not allow roots to sit in water
  • Regular pruning encourages compact shape and indoor fruiting

โš ๏ธ Cautions

  • Pests: Generally pest-free but may attract fruit flies when overly ripe fruit drops
  • Cold Sensitivity: Young trees may need protection below 28ยฐF
  • Shipping Note: Due to its evergreen nature, minor cosmetic leaf damage in transit is normal and will recover quickly

๐ŸŒŸ Is This Plant Right for You?

โœ… Ideal For:

  • Gardeners in Zones 8โ€“11
  • Fans of traditional cherry flavor in subtropical climates
  • Edible landscape lovers wanting ornamental AND edible
  • Indoor citrus or fruit tree growers with sunny windows

โŒ Not Ideal For:

  • Those in Zone 7 or colder (unless grown in a container and overwintered indoors)
  • Gardeners looking for instant yieldsโ€”takes a few years to mature
  • Extremely alkaline or poorly drained soils

๐Ÿ“ˆ Ready to Taste Real Cherry Flavor in the South?

Donโ€™t miss the chance to add this Brazilian gem to your garden! 'Ben's Beaut' is a rare, high-quality cultivar and a true showpiece for edible landscapes.

Order your Cherry of the Rio Grande today and savor the sweetness of subtropical success!


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*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.
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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.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • 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.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • 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.

 

๐ŸŒฟ Important Shipping Information

Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • 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

 

 

 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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