In the fields of Cocalni's partners, spring brings with it a magical change in the landscape. As the temperature rises and the days lengthen with more daylight hours, the orange trees burst into bloom, making our walks among the trees an even more wonderful experience. The scent of orange blossom permeates the air, creating an intoxicating atmosphere that connects us deeply with nature.
The small flower buds, which emerge in March and April, are the harbingers of the next orange harvest. This flowering phase not only beautifies our fields, but also gives us a foretaste of what is to come. Each orange blossom represents a potential orange in the making, and the number of blossoms on an orange tree can offer a rough estimate of the future harvest.
Only a small percentage of these flowers will develop into ripe fruit. The rest fall to the ground. From an adult orange tree, we can expect to harvest between 700 and 1,000 oranges, although productivity may vary according to the variety of orange tree and the weather conditions of the season.
So next time you stroll among the orange blossoms, take a moment to enjoy this ephemeral gift of spring. Each orange blossom is a small miracle that reminds us of the beauty and abundance that surrounds us.
