Peter Aitken wrote:

> I want to order some great fruit for xmas. I'd like to get citrus and
> possible pears, and am more interested in best taste and less
> interested in really pretty looking but not-so-tasty fruit (e.g.
> Harry and David). Cost is not an object (OK, not MUCH of an object!).
> Any recs will be greatly appreciated!

Not a specific recommendation, but when you're searching for a seller
it's best to get one that is an actual grower, rather than a middleman.
The fruit will be cheaper and fresher.

One of the nice types of citrus you can get are Minneola tangelos, also
called honeybells. Unfortunately, their Florida season (they are best
from there) really begins in January. It's possible you could find a
grower that would be able to ship by Christmas, but I wouldn't count on
it.

The grower I deal with is Brown's Grove http://brownsgrove.com a family
run grove and on-line dealer. Their prices are hard to beat, $40 for
full bushel of most of their citrus varieties.



Brian