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Frequently Asked Questions

IF I CHOOSE ASAP SHIPPING ON THE INTERNET WHEN WILL MY ORDER SHIP?
 

During the Christmas rush, ORDERS PLACED BY DEC. 15 SHOULD ARRIVE IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS. *Exceptions include Non-Citrus Items, Keepsake Baskets. Note: Destinations in the Pacific NW typically take the longest in transit. Destinations east of the Missisippi are the easiest to make. (Sharon's homemade fudge is one non-citrus exception that is also still O.K. by Christmas)

At other times of the year, depending on citrus variety and availability of fruit - orders usually ship within one week or sooner.

 
WHEN WILL MY ORDER ARRIVE?
  Your order should arrive within 5-7 business days east of the Mississippi and 7-10 business days west of the Mississippi from the day it ships.
 
IS MY PERSONAL INFORMATION SECURE?
  As you navigate our site you will notice that whenever you are asked to provide personal data such as credit card information you are always protected by Verisign authenticated, 128-bit encryption. Verisign is one of the longest standing, most trusted providers of secure online certificates. Verisign is also one of the costliest services to use, but your privacy is worth it.
 
WHAT ARE YOUR PACKAGE SIZES AND VARIETIES, AND WHEN ARE THEY AVAILABLE?
 
Citrus Varieties

 
Variety Description
Ruby Red/Pink Grapefruit Large, sugar-sweet, seedless
Navel Oranges No seeds, large, easy peeling stocking stuffer orange
Royal Honeybell Tangelos Rare hybrid, dripping with juice, easy peeling, fiery orange
Unique Oranges Tantalizing taste and aroma
Honey Tangerines New hybrid, sweet as honey, easy peeling
Valencia Oranges Spring classic, rich golden-sweet juice, excellent when sliced for eating
 

Citrus Availability

  Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May
 Ruby Red Grapefruit 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 Navel Oranges 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 Royal Honeybell Tangelos 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 Unique Oranges 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 Honey Tangerines 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 Valencia Oranges 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Tray Packing Example
(Depends on fruit size and variety. See Approximate Fruit Counts below.)

Approximate Fruit Counts
(Depends on fruit size and variety.)
  All All Mixed
Size Oranges Grapefruit Oranges Grapefruit
1/5 Bushel 9-12 5-7 5-7 2-3
1/4 Bushel 12-18 8-12 8-10 3-5
1/2 Bushel 24-36 16-24 12-18 8-12
3/4 Bushel 36-54 21-36 24-36 7-12
Full Bushel 48-72 28-48 24-36 14-24
 
WHAT IS YOUR METHOD OF SHIPPING?
  The majority of our shipments travel in temperature-controlled trucks via Fedex to a major postal facility near the destination. Packages will then enter the preferential mail stream for final delivery by the postal service to the Recipients’ home address. UPS delivers packages as well so please provide street addresses. (No P.O. Boxes please. )
 
DO YOU SHIP VIA UPS?
  Yes – additional UPS shipping charges will apply. We require a complete street address to ship via UPS.
 
WHAT ARE THE SHIPPING CHARGES?
  Pound for pound, citrus boxes are a terrific value. Boxes are typically heavy though, weighing between 11and 45 lbs. Our high speed shipping sytem reduces time in transit to an average of only 3-4 days. Standard shipping charges for Citrus and Vidalia Onions is $ 11.95 per box, shipped anywhere in the 48 contiguous states. Cakes and other Non-Citrus items ship for $9.95 (Summer fruit ships for $12.95.) UPS Ground, 3 Day Select, 2 nd Day Air, Next Day Air are also available.
 
DO YOU SHIP TO CANADA?
  Yes we do, except for the Northwest and the Yukon Territories. Please call our Customer Service Department at 1-888-617-6703 for shipping charges and shipping dates to this area.
 
DO YOU SHIP TO EUROPE?
  We do not ship to Europe due to new Federal regulations.
 
YES! WE CAN ONCE AGAIN SHIP FLORIDA CITRUS TO CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, AND LOUISIANA!
  We are once again able to ship to these states due to a recent USDA ruling. Shipments to Arizona, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and Hawaii remain prohibited by the USDA. We can ship citrus to Arizona from Texas. (Boxes must contain only citrus. No candy is permitted.)
 
WHAT CAN I SHIP TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY IN ARIZONA?
  We can ship non-citrus products to Arizona. We also have an arrangement with an associate citrus shipper in Texas to ship your package directly from their location.
 
WHAT IF THE RECIPIENT IS NOT PRESENT AT TIME OF DELIVERY?
  If delivery is made by the Post Office during inclement weather – the local Post Office will take the package back to their facility but leave a note either at the door or in the mailbox – the recipient must then contact the post office for redelivery or pick up arrangements. During the spring and summer months they may leave the package in a secure area at or around the front door. This same procedure holds true for UPS Shipments. Recipient can also leave a note specifying where they would like the package left.
 
DO YOU INCLUDE ANY ADVERTISMENTS OR CATALOGS IN YOUR BOXES?
 

We do not include any invoices, vendor advertisements or catalogs in our shipments. If the order is for yourself you will receive a Thank You card for your order. If the package is for a recipient a gift card will be included containing your special message to them. The reverse portion of the card allows you or your recipient to answer a few short questions regarding the shipment received. These cards should then be returned to us. Our Customer Service Department reads each one and acts accordingly if necessary.

Gifts to recipients will show your name on the outside of the box along with their name and address.
 
HOW CAN I GET A CATALOG MAILED TO ME?
 

Call our Customer Service Department at 1-888-617-6703 to receive a catalog or email us at custserve@enjoycitrus.com to request one be mailed to you.

 
WHEN IS MY CREDIT CARD CHARGED FOR MY ORDER?
  Your order will be charged approximately 7-10 days prior to shipping.
 
WHEN WILL MY PACKAGE GO OUT IF I SEND A CHECK?
  If a check is being mailed to us for payment of an order the shipment will go out on our next available shipping date after the receipt of check.
 
I RECEIVED A SPECIAL OFFER IN THE MAIL. HOW CAN I TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS OFFER?
  You can call our Order Department at to place your order – at that time give the representative the promotion code number. If placing your order on the Internet – enter the promo code in the appropriate area at check out.
 
DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS FOR LARGE ORDERS?
  Yes, the best volume discounts in the industry! 3-10 packages-5%, 11-25 packages-10%, 26-50 packages-15% and 51 or more packages-20%. Shipping charges are not discounted.
 
HOW DO I CANCEL OR CHANGE AN ORDER PLACED?
  If you need to cancel or change an order please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-888-617-6703 for assistance.
 
IS MY NAME AND ADDRESS GIVEN TO OTHER COMPANIES?
  No! We do not share your information or email address with any outside sources.
 
HOW DO I REMOVE MY NAME FROM YOUR MAILING LIST?
  Please call our Customer Service Department at 1-888-617-6703 for assistance or email us at custserve@enjoycitrus.com
 
WHAT IS YOUR GUARANTEE?
  Our Guarantee is the strongest in the business! If for any reason you or your recipient are not pleased, simply let us know promptly and we will ‘make it right’ with either a replacement or refund/credit.

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