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​Pepe’s Fruit Tree Wisdom: Grow Like a Pro, Laugh Like a Fool!
Howdy, future fruit tree wrangler! I’m Pepe, your friendly neighborhood nurseryman with years of dirt under my nails and a knack for growing tropical treasures. Below’s my guide to raising happy fruit trees, sprinkled with a dash of humor—because plants and giggles grow best together! Your soil, drainage, and tree type might throw curveballs, so tweak my advice as needed. Each fruit tree type on our site comes with fertilizer tips, but let’s break down the basics with a grin.


Soil Fertility: Feed Your Trees Like They’re Hungry Teenagers

Plants are picky eaters, demanding 19 essential nutrients to flex their green muscles: carbon (C), hydrogen (H), oxygen (O), nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), sulfur (S), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), boron (B), molybdenum (Mo), chlorine (Cl), nickel (Ni), cobalt (Co), and sodium (Na). Sounds like a chemistry test, right? Don’t sweat it—your trees snag carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen from air and water. The other 16? They’re slurped from the soil. If your dirt’s stingy, it’s time to play fertilizer fairy.

You’ve got options: synthetic (the fast-food of fertilizers) or organic (the artisanal smoothie). These days, I’m ditching the chemical stuff for Azomite, a mineral-based fertilizer that’s like a multivitamin for your trees. It’s so good, your trees might start writing you thank-you notes. Check it out (#) and give it a whirl—your trees will flex harder than a bodybuilder at a fruit smoothie convention.

Picking the Perfect Fruit Tree: Don’t Fall for a Lemon
From North Broward to the Florida Keys, tropical and subtropical fruit trees are ready to party in your yard. But do your homework—know their adult size and quirks. Pro tip: keep ‘em away from your pool unless you want a fruit salad in your chlorine! Look for a tree with a sturdy single trunk, branches that don’t look like they’re fighting each other, vibrant color, and no bugs or diseases. Oh, and not root-bound—those circling roots are like a tree wearing skinny jeans two sizes too small. They’ll choke the trunk, weaken the tree, and leave you with sad, fruitless twigs.

Go for young starter trees in deep pots (like our 3 x 8-inch beauts) over those bloated 1-, 3-, or 7-gallon containers. Deep pots train roots to dive downward, not spin in circles like a confused hamster. Our pots are basically root gyms, building strong systems that laugh at shallow-rooted wannabes. Plus, younger trees let you play tree stylist earlier, shaping them into productive champs without the hefty price tag of bigger trees.
Want a low-maintenance vibe? We’ve got semi-dwarf trees (when available) that make pruning and picking a breeze. Keep any tree at 6-8 feet tall—think bushy, not basketball-player height—for easy care and max fruit. Got a tiny yard? Grow ‘em in containers and channel your inner bonsai master. Your trees will thank you with juicy rewards.

Planting Smarts: Sun, Water, and a Pinch of Sass

Most subtropical fruit trees are sun worshippers, craving 6-8 hours of rays daily. More sun = happier trees and tastier fruit. Prune when they’re not blooming or fruiting to keep branches airy and untangled—think of it as giving your tree a haircut to avoid a bad hair day. Plant in spring or summer for best results, and water like a pro. Florida’s summers are wetter than a sponge, while winters are drier than a bad joke. Dormant trees in fall or winter barely need a sip, so don’t drown ‘em.

Container trees? Plastic pots sip less water than thirsty terracotta ones. Grab a $10 water probe to check moisture levels—trust me, it’s easier than guessing. Rain gauges are your BFF for tracking Mother Nature’s showers. Plant during rainy months to save water and help roots flex their muscles.

Salt and Wind: The Fruit Tree Frenemies
Salt spray and intrusion are the Grinches of tropical fruit trees. Plant on high ground or mound the soil to keep roots salty-free. If salt hits the leaves, hose ‘em down like you’re washing a naughty puppy. Ocean breezes nearby? Tuck trees behind hedges or walls for a windbreak—lychee trees, especially, hate salty gusts and will sulk if exposed. Protect your trees like they’re VIPs at a fruit-themed gala.


Feeding Frenzy: Fertilize Like a Fruit Tree Whisperer
Start fertilizing six weeks after planting (spring/summer only) with a slow-release 8-3-9 organic blend packing 2-4% magnesium, manganese, and iron. Spray trees with micronutrients four times a year and drench roots with liquid chelated iron twice annually. Organic fertilizers? Apply small doses monthly during the growing season—think frequent snacks, not a Thanksgiving buffet. Overloading fertilizer is like giving your tree a sugar rush: bad idea.


​Pro Tip: Shade Cloth Shenanigans
Some nurseries grow trees under shade cloth (it’s a thing). Ask before buying! If your tree’s a shade baby, ease it into sunlight slowly to avoid leaf sunburn. Burnt leaves won’t kill it, but your tree will look like it partied too hard for a bit. Water lightly if leaves drop, and it’ll bounce back.


Ready to Plant? We’ve Got Your Back!

Check out our how-to-plant video (#) for the full scoop (coming soon—stay tuned!). Grab a shovel, plant a fruit tree, and join the tropical fruit party. With a little care and a lot of laughs, you’ll be harvesting fruit so good, your neighbors will beg for a taste. Happy growing, you fruity legend!



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Grow Your Own Chocolate:
​The South Florida Handbook 


​Grow Your Own Chocolate: The South Florida Handbook
 is the ultimate guide for anyone eager to cultivate cacao trees in South Florida’s subtropical climate. Cuban-American grower Jason Pepe shares his expertise from his Fort Lauderdale mini cacao grove, offering a complete roadmap for growing, nurturing, and harvesting cacao. From selecting the perfect tree to mastering soil health, pollination, pruning, cold protection, and fermentation, this comprehensive handbook equips you with step-by-step instructions to produce your own cacao and craft tree-to-bar chocolate—a pursuit that could shape Florida’s sweet future.
Rooted in the Caribbean’s rich cacao traditions, Pepe connects South Florida’s groves to the vibrant heritage of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and Hispaniola. Elevate your harvest with authentic recipes like Cuban Chorote and Haitian Chocolate Beignets, blending cultivation with culinary delight. Whether you’re a novice gardener, seasoned grower, or chocolate visionary, this book is your key to building a thriving cacao legacy with Pepe as your guide.



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Growing Soursop - Guanabana Trees: Complete Step by Step Guide
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​Meet soursop, the Beyoncé of tropical fruits—spiky, elusive, and worth every ounce of effort. In this laugh-out-loud second edition, Cuban-American fruit guru Jason “Pepe” Tormo spills the juicy secrets to growing soursop (aka guanabana) in your own backyard, whether you’re in the Florida Keys or beyond. With his signature Cuban sass, Pepe guides you through every step—from picking the perfect tree to mastering hand-pollination hacks that’ll have your soursop tree pumping out fruit like a tropical slot machine.

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​A Florida Geisha:
The Story Of La Esperanza


A Florida Geisha: A Short Story (Seeds of Rebellion Book 1)

Dive into the vibrant, rebellious world of A Florida Geisha, the thrilling kickoff to Jason Pepe’s Seeds of Rebellion series. Follow Pablo Alvarez, a gritty Cuban-American farmer, as he risks everything to revive his family’s lost coffee legacy on Florida’s Pine Island. Smuggling rare Geisha seeds with his chaotic family and a shady smuggler, Pablo battles USDA crackdowns, federal red tape, and his own doubts to grow a caffeinated revolution. Packed with Cuban humor, heart, and defiance, this tale of family, grit, and forbidden beans sets the stage for a high-stakes series launching in late 2025. Perfect for readers who love underdog stories with a shot of Miami spice!

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