About us...
We're a tropical fruit and flower farm located in Las Marķas, a small town on the western side of Puerto Rico, blessed with a year round tropical climate that allows us to grow both tropical and subtropical plant species from around the world.
Hundreds of species of fruit, nut, spice and flowering trees from different tropical areas of the world were planted here right after December '86, when we acquired the land. Some time after, different Musa species were planted among the small trees to provide some shade, and later beautiful heliconias and ornamental gingers were added for color, and to attract hummingbirds. Other flowering plant species were eventually planted to attract butterflies. Several palm species have also been planted in the past few years.
We're organic farmers, and our philosophy is based in love and respect towards ALL living creatures.
At the nursery, we carry a good selection of tropical fruit, nut and spice trees, heliconias, ornamental gingers, edible and ornamental bananas, palms and some orchids.
For many years we offered free walks around the farm, including fruit tasting trips. We also gave free lectures to school children and college students alike on tropical fruits that can be planted on the island, emphasizing on our own native fruits. It's been quite a pleasure to be able to inspire some members of the new generation (and older folks too), into planting fruit trees, organically growing different types of food plants, and doing everything possible to preserve the environment. Nowadays, and for many reasons, visits to the farm are limited. We're only accepting some visits per month, mostly from folks who come to pick up their pre-ordered plants and seeds. We strongly suggest you either call or email us first before arriving. Visits are exclusively by appointment only, and must be planned and scheduled ahead of time. You may call or email us first to make arrangements.
Thank you very much! We hope you enjoy our photo galleries of flowers and fruits as much as we do. Remember it's never too late to start planting!
Kind regards, and best of growing,
S. Ballester
Vivero Anones,
Inc.
Tel (787) 827-3121
Email:
sherryballester@yahoo.com