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3510 County Rd 546 E, Haines City, FL 33844
Lady Lake, Florida 32159
4240 Christmas Ln, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Oxford, Florida 34484
13940 US-301, Oxford, FL 34484
Orlando's humid subtropical climate features hot summers at 92°F and mild winters around 50°F with rare frost. The sandy soil requires irrigation but drains well, perfect for citrus and vegetables. With a nearly year-round growing season and 53 inches of rain, mostly in summer afternoon thunderstorms, farms stay productive continuously.
Before theme parks, Orlando was cattle country and citrus capital. The area's orange groves supplied America with juice and fruit. Today's farms adapt to development pressure by offering agritourism experiences that compete with attractions, preserving agricultural heritage while entertaining visitors.
Strawberry season runs December through March when tourists escape winter up north. Blueberries ripen in April and May. Summer brings tropical fruits like passion fruit and guava. Fall means pumpkins for Halloween at the theme parks. Winter citrus includes oranges, grapefruit, and tangerines perfect for fresh juice. Many farms grow unique varieties like blood oranges and Meyer lemons.
Farms cluster in Plant City (60 minutes via I-4), Clermont (40 minutes via Highway 50), and Christmas area (30 minutes via Highway 50). Theme park traffic affects I-4 constantly. Visit mornings to avoid afternoon thunderstorms May through October. Winter offers perfect weather and peak strawberry season. Many farms have playground equipment and activities rivaling small attractions. Some offer 'U-pick and Theme Park' combo packages.
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