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Marrs sweet orange
Marrs sweet orange
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The Marrs Sweet Orange is a popular, early-season citrus known for its rich, sweet, low-acid flavor, abundant juice, and nearly seedless fruit, making it ideal for fresh eating and juicing, originating as a limb sport of a Navel orange in Texas around 1927. It has a smooth rind, tender flesh, and a delightful balance of sweet and tangy, often found as a favorite in the Rio Grande Valley.
Key Characteristics:
Flavor Profile: Sweet, rich, low acidity, tangy-sweet balance, perfect for fresh consumption.
- Seeds: Nearly seedless.
- Juiciness: Very juicy, making it excellent for juicing.
- Appearance: Medium-large, smooth rind, bright orange exterior, succulent flesh.
- Origin: Discovered in Donna, Texas, in 1927.
- Season: An early-maturing variety, perfect for early-season citrus needs.
- Uses:
- Fresh Eating: A great snack due to its flavor and ease of peeling.
- Juicing: Highly prized for making fresh juice.
- Culinary: Adds brightness to fruit salads, dressings, and desserts.
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