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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. If you are fortunate enough to live in a tropical or subtropical region, zone 8 or above, then you may already be growing your own avocado trees. Once associated only with guacamole, avocados are all the rage … Read more
Avocado plants have become increasingly popular over recent years. With their smooth, creamy texture and nutritional benefits, it’s no wonder why. For avocado lovers looking to grow their own tree at home, one of the most common questions is “How much light does an avocado plant need to thrive?”. Proper lighting is crucial for any … Read more
Looking to plant the common Hass variety of avocado in your yard? Looking for the less common Reed? Searching for where to buy a rarely grown avocado variety like Nabal, GEM, or Jan Boyce? Let me try to connect you with the grower or seller of the avocado variety of your choice. Most retail nurseries … Read more
Given that a tree is healthy and making lots of flowers, there are three main external conditions that create ideal avocado pollination potential: warm weather, lots of bees, and different varieties blooming near each other. While I’ve seen these elements work together for good avocado fruitset in my yard and elsewhere, below I note snippets … Read more
Seeds aren’t trash. The best avocado varieties in the world have all come from someone planting a seed. Gwen, Fuerte, Hass, Nabal, Reed, etc. They all came from seeds — seeds that someone allowed to grow. Maybe you want to try your luck and see if a seed you plant will grow into a tree … Read more
Borers are a common pest that can cause significant damage to avocado trees if left uncontrolled. Through the National Service of Agrifood Health, Safety and Quality (SENASICA), the Mexican federal government constantly monitors avocado growing and exporting regions to ensure that borers are not damaging avocado crops intended for the US market. In 2023, SENASICA … Read more
Welcome to the world of avocados! And what a wonderful wide world it is. Hass, the most common type of avocado that you’ll find in grocery stores, is only one of dozens of avocado varieties around. To be honest, Hass isn’t necessarily the best one either! It just happens to be the most marketable because … Read more
Native to Mexico as well as Central and South America, avocado trees (Persea americana) are tropical broadleaf evergreens that are hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 10 to 12. The leaves of a healthy avocado tree are unmistakably green. Avocado tree leaves turning yellow, a condition known as chlorosis, is an indication … Read more
The answer is yes. My aunt asked me about this yesterday. Her yard space is well-spoken for, but her husband would really like to have an avocado tree. “They get big,” she said. They do indeed. Most varieties will exceed 30 feet, if unimpeded. But they don’t have to. Here are my best two ideas … Read more
Avocado farming has witnessed a surge in popularity lately due to the growing global demand for this nutritious fruit. However, just like any other agricultural practice, it’s important to prioritize sustainability to make sure that avocado cultivation remains viable in the long run. Precision agriculture platforms can greatly increase farming productivity without harming the environment. … Read more