GoKawiilCocoTerra founder Nate Saal grows cacao trees indoors in Northern California
Nate Saal, founder of chocolate-making device company CocoTerra, successfully cultivated cacao trees in Northern California, a region outside the plant's typical tropical range. He used indoor growing methods, including pots, controlled warmth and filtered sunlight, to compensate for the area's cooler climate. The approach demonstrates that home cultivation of cacao is achievable outside tropical zones with the right setup.