Re: how do i know when my avacados are ripe?

Hi Ray,
It's true avo's won't ripen on the tree. They are considered 'ripe'
for picking when their dry matter content has reached a specific
level. This has nothing to do with the softness of the flesh or
flavour. They are called climacteric fruits and this means they ripen
in the presence of ethylens-a gas hormone. If you want your avos to
ripen quickly picl them off the tree and stick them in a bag with a
banana or two, in about a day they will be perfect for eating.
Ameera




Ray Tayek <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message news:<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>...
> A. Pismo Clam wrote:
> > Hi Ray,
> > 
> > Avocado's do not ripen on the tree, they ripen after they are picked.
> >  ...
> 
> ok
> 
> > 
> > I'd say it's a little early yet for picking. Mine usually are ready
> > between November and January,...Try this test...
> > 
> > Put your hand around an avo on your tree. Using your thumb and middle
> > finger,... leave them on the tree until your fingers have at least a
> > 1" to 2" gap between them. If your can't wait, pick the largest and
> > leave them out for a couple of days in a warm place. Check them  ...
> 
> will do (it's dark now :)
> 
> > 
> > Remember, usually around early to late December/January, we get the
> > dreaded Santa Ana winds! They will blow your avo's right off the trees
> > and onto the ground. The varmints will have a field day!...
> 
> these are just one tree of each kind in my back yard, so i have some 
> protction from other houses and tree.
> 
> thanks for the tips!
> 
> > 
> > Ray Tayek wrote:
> > 
> >>hi,i live near los angeles. i have a hass and a fuerte, both bearing
> >>heavily this year.
> >>
> >>when are they ripe? how soon can they be picked and ripen? how long can
> >>they be kept on the tree? ...