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South Florida Tropicals: Avocado
... of the avocados grown in Florida are produced in Miami-Dade County, which has the ideal tropical climate for the fruit. There are more than 56 different varieties of Florida avocados. ... Florida avocados ripen best at temperatures of 60° to 75°F. At higher temperatures, avocados ripen unevenly and develop off-flavors. To ripen, keep avocados at room temperature. To speed ripening, place avocados ...
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Dooryard Fruit Varieties
... Florida. Bananas are killed to the ground by frost. Avocados are seriously damaged by cold weather, but there are cold hardy avocados which can be grown in protected locations in central Florida ...
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Preserving Food: Freezing Fruits
... acid is used, use 1/4 teaspoon dissolved in 1/4 cup water. Avocados Select avocados that yield to gentle pressure with rinds free from dark blemishes. Peel fruit, ... county Cooperative Extension service. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A. & M. University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating. ...
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Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops for the Home Landscape: Alternatives to Citrus
... fall to the ground. Mature fruit size varies considerably depending upon cultivar and growing conditions. Avocados are highly nutritious. Fruit are popular eaten fresh, in salads or used to make guacamole ... Group as invasive and not recommended by IFAS for planting in south Florida; guava may be planted in central Florida but should be managed to prevent escape.1 Native to southern Mexico ...
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South Florida Tropicals: Lime
... is used in marinades, desserts, and drinks. Use lime juice to cover sliced avocados, bananas, peaches, pears, or apples to prevent darkening. Use juice to keep cauliflower ... Cooperative Extension service. U.S. Department of Agriculture, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Florida, IFAS, Florida A. & M. University Cooperative Extension Program, and Boards of County Commissioners Cooperating. ...
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