Avocado Trees

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Types of Avocado Trees Hass Avocado Trees Hass Avocado Trees produce the most widely consumed avocado worldwide! This tree is just barely over the age of 100 years old, making it a fairly young cultivar. In the 1920s an amateur horticulturalists took a leap of faith on this tree and the rest is history! They have a sensitive root system but are otherwise easy to grow, and even self-pollinating. They do best when planted in growing zones 9 to 11, but can also be grown in containers up to zone 4. Remember to always bring your potted avocado trees inside in cold weather. Monroe Avocado Trees These cold-hardy trees grow virtually anywhere, a rarity for an avocado tree. They are unique because they produce an abundant amount of fruit as early as their first year. This plant can survive through temperatures as low as 26 degrees and require a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight each day. They produce their fruits from November to January every year. How to Care for an Avocado Tree Water When watering your tree make sure to water deeply on a regular basis. You can let their soil dry out slightly before their next watering. To conserve moisture you should mulch your trees with 3 or 4 inches of coarse wood chips. However, make sure to leave a couple of inches between the mulch and the tree trunk. Soil Avocado trees love fine, sandy, and loamy soils. They also need well-draining soil to prevent their roots from absorbing too much water. They do not tolerate any heavy, clay soils. If your soil needs some tweaking it is best to use sand or any other gritty material to help soak up excess moisture. Light These trees grow best in full sun areas of any landscape. They require at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Even though these trees can tolerate slight shade, they do best in bright, direct, and unfiltered sunlight. The more light that shines on their leaves, the more your tree will thrive. Fertilizer During the first year of your tree's life, we recommend you do not use any fertili