April 5, 2012
by Mimi Holtz
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As you know, Rachael of La Fuji Mama and I have been sharing our avocado adventures lately. After all the fun last week, the Avocado Sisters scheduled a morning to actually do some avocado “work”. Rachael is a wonderful photographer … Continue reading
March 29, 2012
by Mimi Holtz
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March is one of my favorite times of year in the avocado grove. The trees begin to sprout beautiful new growth in tones of red and pink. As the new leaves sprout, the buds of the avocado flowers begin to … Continue reading
March 16, 2012
by Mimi Holtz
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It’s springtime on the ranch! I went out today to see if any of the wild flowers have started blooming. We haven’t had much rain in the last month, but we’re expecting a big storm this weekend. We … Continue reading
March 7, 2012
by Mimi Holtz
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Avocado Flowers Baby avocados begin as a flower. Have you ever seen an avocado flower? They’re very small, but they do a very big job! When these little flowers first open they are female. Their stigma can receive pollen, but the … Continue reading
February 10, 2012
by Mimi Holtz
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The song about it never raining in Southern California is simply not true. During winter months the possibility of rain is a major topic of conversation in our house, because a rainy day is a treat. If it’s raining, … Continue reading
