Citrus growers know that the number of fruit in their current crop has an inverse effect on the number of flowers in the return bloom.

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Fruit on the tree during spring bloom stops the growth of flowering shoots.

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After several hours of stinky glory, Lois' bloom wilted, the smell subsided and the crowds moved on to see other,less odorous, museum attractions.

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