Surinam Cherry: 60+ Bushes Hit Their Stride

Dragon Garden's massive Surinam Cherry operation has reached a milestone - 60+ bushes are experiencing their first major fruiting year. What started as experimental cultivation has become our largest berry operation with exciting plans for Surinam cherry wine.

Impressive Scale

Our largest berry cultivation project:

• 60+ bushes planted throughout the property
• First major fruiting after years of establishment
• Largest bush reaching 8-9 feet tall
• Continuous harvest throughout the season

Unique Flavor Profile

A taste experience unlike any other:

• Cherry foundation with familiar sweetness
• Tomato hints adding complexity
• Bell pepper notes creating intrigue
• "Better than regular cherries" according to enthusiasts
• Complex flavor that surprises first-time tasters

Wine-Making Adventure

Exciting value-added plans:

• Surinam cherry wine production planned
• AI-designed labels already prepared
• Unique wine variety not available elsewhere
• Small batch production for premium quality

Zill's Black Variety

Premium genetics in development:

• Black, sweeter variety being propagated
• Enhanced flavor over red varieties
• Limited availability making it extra special
• Future expansion with superior genetics

Harvest Reality

Abundant production with challenges:

• Prolific fruiting from established bushes
• Seasonal peaks requiring timely harvest
• Fresh eating as primary current use
• Processing potential for wine and preserves

Nutritional Benefits

• High vitamin C content
• Antioxidants from deep red pigments
• Natural sugars for quick energy
• Unique phytonutrients not found in other fruits

Cultivation Success

Thriving in Saipan's climate:

• Tropical adaptation with excellent growth
• Minimal pest issues in our experience
• Regular production once established
• Low maintenance after initial establishment

Future Vision

Expanding the operation:

• Wine production as value-added enterprise
• Zill's variety expansion for premium fruit
• Educational tours about berry cultivation
• Harvest experiences for visitors

Experience Berry Abundance

Witness our 60+ bush operation in full production and taste the unique cherry-tomato flavor that's driving our wine-making dreams.

Contact us to schedule your Surinam Cherry harvest experience → Surinam Cherry availability varies by season. Wine tasting opportunities will be announced as production begins.