Produce Briefs...
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime, scientific name, X Citrofortunella mitis & Citrus microcarpa, is also known as the lime orange, Chinese orange or Calamondin orange.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Pinkglow™ Pineapple
Pinkglow™ pineapples are small to medium fruits with an oval to cylindrical shape.
Grower
Catalina plums are a large, black plum variety. They have a round to heart shape and grow to about 6 to 8 centimeters in diameter. Catalina plums have a deep purple skin with a faint white fuzz. It's flesh is creamy white in color and has a juicy, crunchy texture. The flavor is exceptionally sweet with very little acidity.
Catalina plums are available during the summer months.
Catalina plums are botanically known as Prunus salicina. They are considered a European plum variety with its dark purple skin and amber flesh, characteristic of this variety. European plums are often called prunes and are mostly freestone, meaning they do not cling to the pit.
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Description/Taste
Catalina plums are a large, black plum variety. They have a round to heart shape and grow to about 6 to 8 centimeters in diameter. Catalina plums have a deep purple skin with a faint white fuzz. It's flesh is creamy white in color and has a juicy, crunchy texture. The flavor is exceptionally sweet with very little acidity.
Seasons/Availability
Catalina plums are available during the summer months.
Current Facts
Catalina plums are botanically known as Prunus salicina. They are considered a European plum variety with its dark purple skin and amber flesh, characteristic of this variety. European plums are often called prunes and are mostly freestone, meaning they do not cling to the pit.
