Ferris Groves - 80 Years in Citrus

In 1931, L.G. Doc Ferris began planting citrus trees in the rich, hammock soil of Duval Island, in historic Floral City, Florida. The trees took root in the fertile ground, and for 75 years, the land has produced all varieties of Florida's finest citrus: Hamlin and Navel oranges, Dancy and Murcott tangerines, Honeybell tangelos, Flame and Ruby Red grapefruit, and more.

In 1944, Ferris Groves added a packing and shipping plant. Shortly thereafter, a retail store was built, and with it, Ferris Groves, gift fruit business began. It continues to this day.

Our retail store is open from November to mid-April, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday and 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sundays. Stop by today to order your gift fruit, so that it reaches family and friends in time for the holidays. You can be sure you'll be sending the finest fruit available; it's 100% guaranteed. We also offer syrups, sauces, jams and jellies and samples of fresh-squeezed orange juice.

We're not just Berries and Oranges!

Other Goodies Include:

  • Our very own Dry Aged Beef for the best flavor!
  • Fruit-based Salsas – Made in small batches (Tortilla chips also available)
  • Unique BBQ Sauces, Salad Dressings and Sauces
  • Amish Cheeses, Butters and Spreads
  • Jams, Jellies, Preserves and Marmalades – Over 50 varieties!
  • Citrus Candies, Homemade Fudge and Chocolates
  • Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice!
  • Local Honey
  • Citrus Soaps, Naked Bee Products and Citrus Sprays

We’ll gladly make up gift baskets with products you select! Need something special for dessert? Watch us make you a strawberry pie with our fresh picked berries. Or, maybe you feel like a fresh strawberry or orange milk shake. How about a strawberry shortcake or tart?

And of course, there is always the fresh picked flats of berries, bags of citrus, and our own Ferris Beef (It’s only natural).

From November through April, you can find the Ferris Berry at our retail store. You’ll see why Floral City residents look forward to the harvest: It’s the time of year when they can enjoy some of the sweetest strawberries and blueberries grown anywhere. It’s also a good time to treat yourself to an old-fashioned strawberry milkshake, strawberry tart or a freshly made strawberry pie.

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New This Season!

  • Wreath of Fruit

    Say “Happy  Holidays” with our stunning fruit wreath of Navel Oranges, Ruby Red Grapefruit, easy-to-peel juicy Mandarin Oranges, crisp Apples, d’Anjou Pears – acc...

    $59.99
  • Holiday Grand Slam

    A gift that everyone will love. Three of our favorite citrus varieties – sweet Navel Oranges, beautiful Tangerines and Ruby Red Grapefruit together in one gift. As always, your frui...

    From: $52.99
  • First and Last Honeybells

    Need more Honeybells? With First and Last Honeybells, you’ll get a gift of Honeybells at the beginning of the season and then a second shipment at the end of the Honeybell season.

    From: $79.99
  • Fancy Gator Basket

    A big ole’ solid chocolate Florida gator relaxes on his island made of citrus juice candies and pecan log roll slices, chocolate candies and fudge slices with pecans, peanuts, cocon...

    $44.99
  • Favorites Collection

    Everything from fruit to a nutty pecan log! Includes our premium grove fresh Navel Oranges, Ruby Red Grapefruit, creamy chocolate squares, delightful chocolate-covered Coconut Patties, a ...

    $49.99
  • Marmalade Lovers Collection

    Start each day with a different delicious flavor on your morning toast. Includes Orange, Honeybell, and Tangerine Marmalades, fruity Orange-Pineapple-Cherry Marmalade, Hurricane Marmalade...

    From: $44.99
  • Orchard Variety Pack

    A cheery, colorful way to treat the whole family. Grove-fresh Navel Oranges, sweet, seedless Ruby Red Grapefruit, bright, crisp Red Delicious Apples and melt-in-your-mouth d’Anjou P...

    $52.99
  • Orchard Taster

    From the grove and the orchard to you. Three Red Delicious Apples, Navel Oranges, and orchard-ripe d’Anjou Pears. The right size to say, “Thank You” or “Happy Holi...

    $39.99
  • Fancy Oval Basket

    Citrus gourmet candies made fresh in our Florida kitchen, then sent straight to you!

    This wicker basket is filled with orange, lemon, and lime citrus delicacies, creamy Pecan Log s...

    $34.99
  • Sweet Honeybell Temptations

    Premium Honeybells, fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit, and a tin of Cashews, Chocolate-covered Pecans and Sweet ‘n Salty Praline Pecans. A combination that’s sure to tempt and Honeybe...

    $74.99
  • White Grapefruit

    Sweet and juicy, the White Grapefruit is Florida’s best-kept citrus secret. Try one, they’re really delicious!

    Available late November through February...

    From: $42.99
  • Season’s Greetings Wreath

    Your warm wishes are just as big with a petite version of our Wreath of Fruit. Four Navel Oranges, two Ruby Red Grapefruit and two delicious crisp Apples are adorned with sparkling strawb...

    $39.99