Every fruit and vegetable has its own special time of year when each bite is simply sweeter, juicier, tastier - that's when you know it's At Season's Peak. And that's when Publix partners with the most reputable, close-to-home growers in order to deliver it to you at its absolute height of freshness and flavor.

Ruby Red grapefruit: Native only to Florida, the Ruby Red grapefruit is juicier and slightly sweeter in flavor than its other grapefruit relatives from the subtropics. That's because Florida's humid climate thins the outer peel of the fruit, allowing it to hold even more moisture. Ruby Reds also grow especially plump thanks to Florida's mildly acidic soil.

Tangerines: Tangerines are a versatile fruit, able to thrive in several different types of Florida soil. There are two main Florida-native varieties, the Sunburst and the Honey. A hybrid fruit, the Sunburst blends the sweetness and dark red color of the mandarin with the juiciness of the Orlando tangelo. Honey tangerines, on the other hand, are distinct in that they grow on the outside canopy of the tree, exposing them to more sunlight, which, in turn, makes them sweeter due to higher sugar content.

Whether you like to eat it or squeeze it into juice, Florida citrus provides healthy nutrients. Ruby Red grapefruits are high in vitamin C and a good source of vitamin A. And tangerines are a good source of vitamin C. As for fat, sodium or cholesterol, you won't find any of them in these healthy fruits.

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