Transforming a Dream into a Tropical Fruit Paradise
In the district of Kozan in Adana, a man who sells car spare parts has transformed his dream of a garden into reality by turning a 6-acre plot of land into a tropical fruit production center. It has been reported that he received an order of 1 ton from Istanbul, but he couldn’t keep up with the demand.
A Change in Lifestyle
Mesut Mutlu, who sells car spare parts at Kozan Industrial Site, saw his lifestyle change after realizing his dream of a garden with a house. He decided to make use of the idle garden of his house, thinking that tropical products, commonly grown in Antalya and Mersin provinces, would also thrive in Kozan due to the similar climate. He planted dragon fruit, passion fruit, guava, avocado, and mango trees in his garden.
A Successful Harvest
Mutlu mentioned that after planting the trees, he was able to harvest 150 kilograms of passion fruit daily. He proudly stated that he had turned a barren land into a tropical fruit paradise, despite the advice to plant orange and tangerine trees.
Growing Tropical Fruits in Kozan
I recently planted avocado, passion fruit, and mango trees in my garden. When my friends saw them, they were skeptical and said, “Are you out of your mind? These won’t grow here, you won’t be able to sell them.” Fortunately, I am very happy with them and that’s all that matters to me. We have already harvested our fruits, and all the trees have produced early fruit. Normally, people in our town are not familiar with these fruits, so I am trying to promote them everywhere I go.
Benefits of Tropical Fruits
Explaining the high vitamin content of tropical fruits, I continued, “Tropical fruits are rich in vitamins, boost immunity, and are ideal for diabetics. We harvest at least 150 kilograms daily, and we are blessed with an abundance of produce. I have no trouble selling them at the market, and I even leave some at tourist spots. Anamur is requesting them, and Istanbul wanted a ton, but I couldn’t meet the demand. Thankfully, orders keep coming in. I want Kozan to taste and produce these fruits. People always seem to enjoy them.”
Growing Avocado Trees for a Healthy Home
Avocado trees are a great addition to any home garden, providing not only delicious fruits but also a beautiful tree to admire. If you have the space and the right conditions, consider growing an avocado tree in your yard.
Avocado trees require a warm climate and plenty of sunlight to thrive. They also need well-draining soil and regular watering to stay healthy. If you’re unsure about how to care for your avocado tree, don’t worry – there are plenty of resources available to help you.
By planting an avocado tree in front of your house, you not only add to the beauty of your home but also promote a healthy lifestyle. Avocados are packed with nutrients and are known for their numerous health benefits. So why not start growing your own avocado tree today and enjoy the fruits of your labor in the future?
