Introduction:
This page is to introduce you to Camelot Avocados and our experiences growing Avocados.
We are constantly learning and growing our Avocados as naturally as possible, we are hoping to be offer Oganically Grown Avocados in the future.
Naturally grown, naturally better for you.
Avocados contain a Mono-unsaturated fat which does not increase cholestoral levels.
Healthy, Delicious and Very Good For You.
Avocados contain Vitamins A (carotene), seven of the B complex Vitamins. Vitamin C, E and the Minerals Potassium, Phosphorus, Magnesium, Iron and Trace Elements.
Avocados are a complete Protein containing all nine of the essential Amino Acids required for the repair and manufacture of new tissue.
Avocado Facts:
Avocados do not ripen on the tree. When mature they fall to the ground and soften.
Avocados are considered mature when the oil content is sufficient and they pass the 24% dry matter test.
Shop bought Avocados may have been gassed to ripen them sooner.
From picking, Avocados take around 14 days to soften at room temperature.
Ripe Avocados should be stored in the fridge until used.
Defer the ripening process by storing unripe fruit in the fridge.
Guacamole.
2 Ripe Avocados
Juice of a lemon.
2 Cloves of Garlic, crushed.
2 Spring Onions, finely chopped.
1 Large Tomatoe, skinned & roughly chopped.
Black pepper.
Chopped fresh Coriander.
Method:
Cut the Avocados in half, pick out the stones and blend the flesh together with the lemon juice.
Add remaining ingredients and blend for a second or two.
Serve as soon as possible.
If you are not going to eat it immediately, cover with cling wrap and store in fridge.
Serve with natural taco chips.
Enjoy!
Our History:
We moved here from the city in January 2006 with the intention to grow and sell Avocados.
Our first year of ownership brought with it one of the worst frosts this area has experienced for quite a few years resulting in a loss of most of our fruit.
My husband painstakingly pruned off the damage and as our dream was/is to grow Organic Avocados began a regular organic fertilising routine, using natural organic fertilisers and microrganisms/bacteria to rebuild the soil.
We mulched heavily with mushroom compost and also used the prunings from our trees and the natural leaf drop.
This all eventually broke down and proved to be an added bonus for the soil condition, worm increase, tree and fruit health…
More information and original posts can be found in the Camelot Avocado Category
Picking Season:
Our picking season begins around the 2nd week of November each year.
Contact/Enquiries/Orders:
Please feel free to contact us for any enquiries and/or orders.
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