GroveNotes - The Blog of FloridaOrange

Each winter, a familiar frenzy takes hold across Florida and beyond — the Honeybell craze. As soon as these sweet, bell-shaped treasures ripen in January, orders start flooding in, and within weeks, they’re gone. For citrus lovers, Honeybells aren’t just fruit — they’re an event. But why exactly do Honeybells...

Every winter, a quiet excitement sweeps through Florida’s citrus groves — Honeybell season has arrived. For just a few short weeks, these golden-orange gems appear, delivering unmatched sweetness and juiciness that fans wait all year to taste. But behind their glowing reputation lies a fascinating history, a few myths, and...

Each winter, something special happens in the groves of Florida — the arrival of Honeybell season. At FloridaOrange.com, this is the most anticipated time of the year, when months of care and patience finally come together in one glorious, sun-kissed harvest. The journey from blossom to shipping box is a...

In Florida, the New Year doesn’t just bring resolutions — it brings the arrival of Honeybells, one of nature’s sweetest gifts and a symbol of sunshine during winter’s chill. For generations, families and businesses alike have celebrated the season by sharing these brilliant, bell-shaped treasures. Sending a box of Honeybells...