In our latest YouTube video, Christy explains avocado tree pollination while making a delicious, dairy-free chocolate avocado mousse. We answer the question: how are avocados made?
Do you need to 2 avocado trees for an abundant harvest? The process of avocado pollination is fascinating. Learn how it works, and pick up this great recipe in time for Thanksgiving.
Avocado Tree Pollination Explained (and Chocolate Mousse Recipe)
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Resources
Do you have trouble knowing when to pick avocados from the tree? Read this blog post to help solve the problem.
Find more avocado recipes for your winter avocado harvest:
- Chilean Cabbage with Avocado Slaw
- Avocado Aioli – a savory dressing for your salad or dip for veggies and chips.
Check out this chart showing which avocado varieties are A-type and B-type, and when they produce fruit.
If you have the space, plan your avocado forest with different varieties to ensure production year-round. If you don’t have the space, find friends who grow different varieties and create a collective to share the harvest.