{"title":"Avocado Trees for Sale","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow your own avocados with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eavocado trees from The Island Gardeners in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Explore our current selection of varieties for your backyard orchard, food forest, or edible landscape, with convenient local pickup in Palm Bay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are planting your first fruit tree or expanding an established garden, choosing the right avocado variety starts with understanding its growing needs. Browse individual product pages to compare cultivar information, growth habits, typical harvest seasons, and available sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanning for a longer harvest season? Use our collection’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eharvest-month filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to compare typical seasonal windows and choose varieties that complement the trees you already grow. Thoughtful selection can help spread your avocado harvest across more months rather than concentrating it into one season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur love of growing food began with the flavors we remembered from Jamaica. Today, The Island Gardeners helps fellow gardeners explore edible plants and build their own growing spaces here on Florida’s Space Coast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse our avocado trees and start planning your next harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Have questions about choosing a variety? Contact us for guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest timing varies with cultivar, location, weather, care, and tree maturity. Availability changes; check individual listings for current stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"super-hass-avocado-tree-ooh-la-la","title":"Super Hass Avocado Tree (Ooh La La)","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass Avocado Tree — Rich, Buttery “Ooh La La” Avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of creamy, homegrown avocados to your table with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly sold as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOoh La La\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its rich, nutty flavor is delicious spread over warm toast, mashed into guacamole, or sliced alongside your favorite meals. A squeeze of lime and a little salt can turn a fresh avocado into one of the simplest pleasures from your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass offers Hass-style eating quality and a fall harvest—an appealing combination for a backyard orchard or food forest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalacresfarms.com\/product-page\/ohlala-superhass?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eTropical Acres Farms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass produces oval fruit with skin that darkens to purple-black and pale, flavorful flesh. Its buttery texture makes it useful for dips, sandwiches, salads, and fresh eating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size varies, so avoid treating “Super” as a guarantee of exceptionally large avocados. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalacresfarms.com\/product-page\/ohlala-superhass?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eTropical Acres Farms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest mature fruit and allow it to soften off the tree. Test a single fruit before harvesting a larger batch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass can reach approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 feet tall in the ground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although selective pruning can maintain a smaller canopy. Give it adequate room for its roots and branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer growing is possible with ongoing size management, excellent drainage, and careful watering. Plan for a substantial tree rather than assuming it will remain naturally dwarf. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.starkbros.com\/products\/fruit-trees\/avocado-trees\/super-hass-avocado?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eStark Bro’s\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical harvest guide: September–November.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Harvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e September, October, November.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTropical Acres Farms reports this fall season in West Palm Beach. Timing and fruit quality may differ in Palm Bay, so refine your website’s harvest information as local observations become available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalacresfarms.com\/product-page\/ohlala-superhass?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eTropical Acres Farms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare Super Hass’s fall harvest with earlier- and later-season avocados to help spread fresh fruit across more months. Choose varieties around your available space, growing conditions, and the foods your family enjoys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass is commonly listed as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A single tree may produce fruit; a nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering can improve cross-pollination opportunities. Weather and bloom timing influence results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.starkbros.com\/products\/fruit-trees\/avocado-trees\/super-hass-avocado?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eStark Bro’s\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid waterlogged locations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to tree age and label instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain manageable height and harvesting access.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Palm Bay, choose a warm, sheltered location with reliable drainage during summer rains. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNursery names\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass, Ooh La La, Oh La La, U La La\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, nutty, buttery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOval; skin darkens to purple-black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly listed as Type A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to about 25 feet; manageable with pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember–November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacteristics follow grower descriptions; local performance varies. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalacresfarms.com\/product-page\/ohlala-superhass?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eTropical Acres Farms\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 gal","offer_id":45352628093117,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gal","offer_id":45352628125885,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 gal","offer_id":45352628158653,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 gal","offer_id":45352628191421,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/super-hass-avocado-oh-lala-garden.jpg?v=1790960778"},{"product_id":"florida-hass-avocado-tree","title":"Florida Hass Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass Avocado Tree — Rich, Creamy Avocados for Your Backyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of creamy, homegrown avocados to your table with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its rich, nutty flavor and buttery texture are delicious spread over warm toast, mashed into guacamole, or sliced alongside your favorite meals. Sometimes a little salt and lime are all you need to enjoy something wonderful from your own garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass is sold by Florida nurseries as a Hass-style avocado with dark, pebbled skin and flavorful flesh—an appealing addition to a backyard orchard or food forest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rockledgegardens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pdf\/Avocado.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003erockledgegardens.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass is valued for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erich, nutty taste and creamy consistency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its textured skin darkens as the fruit ripens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy your harvest in salads, sandwiches, dips, or served alongside a freshly prepared garden meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rockledgegardens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pdf\/Avocado.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003erockledgegardens.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest fruit when mature and allow it to soften off the tree. Test one fruit first to check whether it ripens normally before harvesting more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass is commonly described as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. One Florida nursery lists an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–25 feet tall by 10–15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual growth depends on rootstock, conditions, and pruning. Allow room for its canopy and roots; selective pruning can help keep the tree accessible for maintenance and harvesting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jollygreennursery.com\/products\/avocado-florida-hass-haas-type-a?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eJolly Green Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida nursery references give different harvest windows for Florida Hass: some describe a fall crop, others November–December, and a Brevard County nursery guide reports a January peak. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe season for your particular stock should be confirmed locally before assigning harvest-month filters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greendreamsfl.com\/online-store\/Avocado-Wurtz-Persea-americana-3G-p671341030?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eDwarf, Creamy, and Container-Friendly 🌿\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse locally confirmed harvest information to combine avocado varieties that mature at different times. This helps you plan a backyard orchard or food forest around the months you want fresh fruit on your table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass is listed as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering may improve cross-pollination opportunities. Weather and flowering overlap influence fruit set. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rockledgegardens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pdf\/Avocado.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003erockledgegardens.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid areas that remain waterlogged after rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to tree age and label instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain manageable height and access.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather and choose a warm, sheltered location.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Palm Bay gardens, drainage during summer rains and protection during cold events deserve particular attention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNursery variety name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, nutty, buttery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePebbled; darkens as it ripens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–25 feet tall × 10–15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm from supplier or local observations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar characteristics follow Florida nursery descriptions; performance varies by site. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rockledgegardens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/pdf\/Avocado.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003erockledgegardens.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 gal","offer_id":45364086669501,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gal","offer_id":45364086702269,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 gal","offer_id":45364086735037,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 gal","offer_id":45364086767805,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/florida-hass-avocado-against-ruler.jpg?v=1790960345"},{"product_id":"hass-avocado-tree","title":"Hass Avocado Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eFlorida Hass Avocado Tree – Island Gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eBring a taste of the tropics to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass Avocado Tree — Rich, Creamy Avocados for Your Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the avocado you love from the kitchen into your own garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its rich flavor and creamy flesh are delicious spread over warm toast, mashed into guacamole, or sliced alongside your favorite meals. There is something especially satisfying about picking an avocado from your own tree and watching it soften on the kitchen counter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass is recognizable by its pebbled skin, which changes from green to dark purple-black as the fruit ripens. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass avocados are prized for their flavorful flesh and high oil content. Their creamy texture works beautifully in dips, salads, sandwiches, and dressings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit is generally smaller than many large Florida avocado varieties. Four Winds Growers lists an approximate fruit weight of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10–12 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although size varies with growing conditions and crop load. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick fruit when mature and allow it to soften off the tree. Skin color alone should not determine when to harvest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than a dwarf variety. One grower lists an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–25 feet tall and 15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; trees may grow larger under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow adequate space for its canopy and roots. Selective pruning can help keep harvesting and maintenance manageable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Hass in Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass requires thoughtful site selection in Florida. UF research identifies challenges growing California-type avocados in Florida’s humid conditions, so local performance should guide expectations. Choose excellent drainage, a sheltered location, and provide cold protection while the tree is young. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/301217719_California_Avocados_in_Florida_Finding_the_Perfect_Avocado_for_Production_in_East-Central_Florida?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eresearchgate.net\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing describes the standard Hass cultivar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm the nursery label before publishing; plants sold as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Hass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuper Hass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e need their own cultivar descriptions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass harvest timing varies substantially by climate. California growers publish extended harvest windows, but those dates should not be applied directly to Palm Bay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner recommendation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Leave specific Florida harvest-month filters unassigned until your supplier or local fruiting observations confirm the season for your stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare locally verified harvest seasons when choosing avocado varieties. That helps you plan a backyard orchard or food forest around the months you want fresh fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering may improve cross-pollination opportunities. Fruit set also depends on temperature, weather, and flowering overlap. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHass Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun after gradually acclimating nursery-grown plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential; avoid standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to tree age and label instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively; avoid exposing previously shaded branches to intense sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Hass’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePebbled skin; darkens as it ripens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, creamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-sized tree; pruning helps manage size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalm Bay harvest months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm locally before assigning filters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar characteristics follow grower information; local performance varies. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fourwindsgrowers.com\/products\/hass-avocado-tree?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003efourwindsgrowers.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eyour backyard with the Florida Hass avocado tree. This variety is prized for its rich, nutty flavor and smooth, creamy texture that makes it perfect for guacamole, salads, or simply enjoying fresh from the tree. Unlike the California Hass, the Florida Hass thrives in Florida’s warm, humid climate, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners and small orchards across the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThe Florida Hass avocado tree is a vigorous, upright grower that adapts well to Florida soils when planted in a sunny location with good drainage. With regular watering and minimal maintenance, it produces generous crops of medium-to-large fruit with pebbly, dark green skin that darkens as it ripens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety typically fruits from \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"886\"\u003efall through early winter (oct to dec)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing months of fresh, homegrown avocados. Harvesting during this time ensures you get the peak flavor and creamy texture the Florida Hass is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eGrowing your own Florida Hass avocado not only saves you money at the grocery store but also ensures you have a steady supply of fresh, nutrient-rich fruit packed with healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. Perfect for backyard gardeners, homesteaders, or anyone looking to add a tropical touch to their edible landscape, this tree is both ornamental and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eAt Island Gardeners, we provide healthy, well-cared-for Florida Hass avocado trees ready to thrive in your garden. Whether you’re new to growing fruit trees or an experienced gardener, this avocado is an excellent addition that will reward you season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 gal","offer_id":45364091125949,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gal","offer_id":45364091158717,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 gal","offer_id":45364091191485,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 gal","offer_id":45364091224253,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/hass-avocado-cut-to-show-flesh-and-seed.jpg?v=1790960083"},{"product_id":"simmons-avocado-tree-the-island-gardeners-copy","title":"Simmons Avocado Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"50\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eFlorida Hass Avocado Tree – Island Gardeners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eBring a taste of the tropics to your backyard with the Florida Hass avocado tree. This variety is prized for its rich, nutty flavor and smooth, creamy texture that makes it perfect for guacamole, salads, or simply enjoying fresh from the tree. Unlike the California Hass, the Florida Hass thrives in Florida’s warm, humid climate, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners and small orchards across the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThe Florida Hass avocado tree is a vigorous, upright grower that adapts well to Florida soils when planted in a sunny location with good drainage. With regular watering and minimal maintenance, it produces generous crops of medium-to-large fruit with pebbly, dark green skin that darkens as it ripens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety typically fruits from \u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"886\"\u003efall through early winter (oct to dec)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing months of fresh, homegrown avocados. Harvesting during this time ensures you get the peak flavor and creamy texture the Florida Hass is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eGrowing your own Florida Hass avocado not only saves you money at the grocery store but also ensures you have a steady supply of fresh, nutrient-rich fruit packed with healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins. Perfect for backyard gardeners, homesteaders, or anyone looking to add a tropical touch to their edible landscape, this tree is both ornamental and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eAt Island Gardeners, we provide healthy, well-cared-for Florida Hass avocado trees ready to thrive in your garden. Whether you’re new to growing fruit trees or an experienced gardener, this avocado is an excellent addition that will reward you season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"3 gal","offer_id":45364091322557,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 gal","offer_id":45364091355325,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 gal","offer_id":45364091388093,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 gal","offer_id":45364091420861,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/il_1588xN.8579681500_jh00.avif?v=1790866310"},{"product_id":"brogdon-avocado-tree","title":"Brogdon Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon Avocado Tree – Cold-Tolerant Florida Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking for an avocado tree that is better suited to cooler parts of Florida? The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon Avocado Tree (Persea americana ‘Brogdon’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an excellent variety to consider for a Florida backyard orchard or food forest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon produces attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epurple-skinned avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with creamy flesh and is especially valued by Florida gardeners for its combination of good fruit quality and greater cold tolerance than many tropical avocado varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor gardeners in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including Palm Bay, Melbourne and surrounding Brevard County communities, Brogdon is an especially interesting avocado variety to consider.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Brogdon Avocado Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon is prized for its rich, creamy avocado flesh and is excellent for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh eating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Guacamole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avocado toast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Salads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sandwiches and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dips and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts smaller fruit and richer flesh offer a different eating experience from many of the very large, mild-flavored Florida avocado varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Fruit Size \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon produces relatively small-to-medium avocados.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUF\/IFAS lists the fruit at approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–12 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epurple skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe darker fruit also makes Brogdon visually distinctive among the many green-skinned Florida avocado varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Tree Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado trees can become large trees if left unpruned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor backyard growers, regular selective pruning can be used to maintain a more manageable tree. UF\/IFAS notes that avocado trees can be kept under approximately 15 feet with appropriate annual pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your Brogdon avocado adequate room, good sunlight and excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❄️ A Great Avocado to Consider for Central Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Brogdon's most important characteristics is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecold tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUF\/IFAS classifies Brogdon as having \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehigh cold tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e relative to many other Florida avocado cultivars and places it among Mexican and Mexican-hybrid types that may withstand temperatures into the low 20s under favorable circumstances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis does NOT mean the tree is freeze-proof.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung trees, newly planted trees and actively growing trees can still suffer significant cold damage. Site selection, tree health, duration of cold and local microclimate all influence freeze injury.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Central Florida gardeners, planting in a protected, warm location and having a cold-protection plan is still recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Brogdon Avocado Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida Harvest: July–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUF\/IFAS lists Brogdon's maturity season at approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly 15 through September 15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor The Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™, we recommend assigning Brogdon to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest periods are approximate and intended as a planning guide. Actual flowering, fruiting and harvest dates can vary with location, weather, winter temperatures, tree maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌼 Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon is classified as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado flowers have unusual flowering behavior, with A- and B-type cultivars opening their female and male flower stages at different times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single avocado tree can produce fruit, but growing compatible A- and B-type varieties near one another may improve opportunities for cross-pollination and fruit set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Brogdon Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun for best growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent drainage is extremely important. Avocados do not tolerate prolonged flooding or poorly drained soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater young trees regularly while they establish, but avoid keeping the root zone continuously saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed appropriately during the growing season based on tree age and local growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune selectively to manage tree height, improve structure and make harvesting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough Brogdon is more cold tolerant than many avocado varieties, young trees should still be protected during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Why Grow Brogdon Avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Rich, creamy avocado flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💜 Distinctive purple-skinned fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❄️ Greater cold tolerance than many tropical avocado varieties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Particularly interesting for Central Florida growers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Summer into early-fall harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Can be maintained at a more manageable backyard size with pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐝 Type B flowering variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Excellent addition to a diversified avocado collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Great candidate for a Florida backyard orchard or food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 Quick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persea americana ‘Brogdon’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brogdon Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 8–12 oz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich and creamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida Harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e July–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e July • August • September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Tolerance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e High relative to many Florida avocado cultivars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large evergreen fruit tree if unpruned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended for backyard size management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer Growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Best planted in the ground for long-term production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Melbourne, Brevard County \u0026amp; surrounding Central Florida communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Add Brogdon to Your Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrogdon can be especially useful when planning a diversified Florida food forest because its typical \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e harvest window can be combined with earlier- and later-producing avocado cultivars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Brogdon 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This variety is prized for its rich, nutty flavor and smooth, creamy texture that makes it perfect for guacamole, salads, or simply enjoying fresh from the tree. Unlike the California Hass, the Florida Hass thrives in Florida’s warm, humid climate, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners and small orchards across the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"775\"\u003eThe Florida Hass avocado tree is a vigorous, upright grower that adapts well to Florida soils when planted in a sunny location with good drainage. 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Its distinctive long neck gives the fruit a beautiful, almost gourd-like shape that is sure to start a conversation at the table. Enjoy your harvest sliced alongside your favorite meals, layered into sandwiches, or served simply with a little salt and lime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussell offers a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esummer avocado harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an unusual fruit shape that makes it an appealing addition to a backyard orchard or food forest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size \u0026amp; Eating Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussell produces large avocados with an elongated neck. Pine Island Nursery lists fruit weighing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½–2½ pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although fruit size and shape vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts eating quality makes it a worthwhile choice for gardeners who enjoy growing distinctive fruit varieties. Serve it fresh in salads, sandwiches, guacamole, or alongside a meal made from your garden harvest. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest fruit when mature and allow it to soften off the tree. Test one fruit first: if it softens normally, you can begin harvesting others. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussell is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 feet tall by 15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, according to Pine Island Nursery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow space for its canopy and roots. Selective pruning can help maintain a more accessible tree for care and harvesting. Plan for long-term, in-ground growing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida harvest: July–August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner Months: July, August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreat these months as a planning guide. Harvest timing may shift with location, weather, and tree maturity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare Russell’s summer harvest with earlier- and later-season avocados to help extend the months you enjoy fresh fruit. Our harvest-month information helps you choose trees around your available space and the foods your family loves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussell is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avocados can self-pollinate; a nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering may improve cross-pollination opportunities. Weather and flowering overlap influence results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussell Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid areas that remain waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture. Support established trees during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to the tree’s age and product label.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain manageable height and access.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Russell is frost-sensitive. Choose a warm, sheltered location and protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Palm Bay, careful site selection and drainage are important for successful avocado growing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Russell’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive feature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElongated, long neck fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate fruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½–2½ pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 feet tall × 15 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly–August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold considerations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrost-sensitive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize and season follow nursery descriptions; actual results vary by growing location. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tropicalfruitnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-russell-informacion-29?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442367312061,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442367344829,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442367377597,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442367410365,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/russell-avocado-for-sale-in-florida.jpg?v=1790865949"},{"product_id":"pollock-avocado-tree","title":"Pollock Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock Avocado Tree — Large, Summer-Harvest Avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of fresh summer avocados to your garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its large, green-skinned fruit and deep-yellow flesh are inviting sliced alongside your favorite meals, tucked into sandwiches, or enjoyed simply with a little salt and lime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for its excellent eating quality, Pollock offers another delicious reason to step outside and harvest something for your table. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.usda.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/media\/FloridaAvocadoVarieties.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eams.usda.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock produces large, pear-shaped avocados with smooth, thin green skin and deep-yellow flesh. Enjoy the fruit in salads, guacamole, sandwiches, or alongside a fresh garden meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size varies: Pine Island Nursery lists approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–1½ pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while UF\/IFAS reports a broader \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18–40-ounce range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.usda.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/media\/FloridaAvocadoVarieties.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eams.usda.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest mature fruit and allow it to soften off the tree before eating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall by 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan for permanent, in-ground growing with adequate room for its canopy. Selective pruning can help make care and harvesting more manageable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-pollock-informacion-26?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain harvest planning window: July–August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePine Island Nursery lists July–August. Broader Florida references indicate that harvest may begin in late June and extend into September, depending on location and conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Harvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e July, August.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible seasonal extensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e June and September, subject to local observations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-pollock-informacion-26?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare Pollock’s summer harvest with earlier- and later-season varieties to help extend your avocado season. Our harvest-month information helps you plan around the foods your family enjoys and the space you have available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan to grow it near a Type A avocado with overlapping flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e UF\/IFAS identifies Pollock as a variety that does not fruit well alone, making pollination planning particularly important. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock is valued for eating quality, but production can be light. It is best presented as a flavorful addition to a mixed orchard rather than promising heavy yields. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-pollock-informacion-26?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollock Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose excellent drainage; avoid standing water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to tree age and label instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain access and manageable height.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pollock has low cold tolerance. Choose a warm, sheltered location and protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Palm Bay gardens, cold protection and drainage deserve careful attention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Pollock’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge, pear-shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, thin, green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearby Type A with overlapping bloom recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall × 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuly–August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan be light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese details follow nursery, USDA, and UF\/IFAS descriptions; performance varies by site. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-pollock-informacion-26?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442355876029,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442355908797,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442355941565,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442355974333,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/Pollock-avocado-cut-open-with-measurement.webp?v=1790959486"},{"product_id":"avocado-oro-negro","title":"Oro Negro Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro Avocado Tree — Rich, Creamy “Black Gold” Avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of homegrown avocados to your table with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Florida variety known for its large, dark-skinned fruit and rich, buttery flesh. Enjoy it sliced alongside your favorite meals, mashed into guacamole, or simply with a squeeze of lime and a little salt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts name means \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Black Gold” in Spanish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a fitting name for an avocado that offers both beautiful fruit and delicious eating quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro produces large avocados, typically weighing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with shiny black skin at maturity and smooth, creamy flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts buttery texture makes it especially appealing for avocado toast, salads, sandwiches, and dips. Harvest mature fruit and allow it to soften off the tree before eating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro is a full-sized avocado rather than a dwarf variety. Pine Island Nursery lists an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall by 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Selective pruning can help keep the canopy accessible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan for long-term, in-ground growing with adequate room around the tree. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida harvest: November–January.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis late-season window makes Oro Negro useful when planning an avocado collection that extends beyond summer. Actual timing varies with location, weather, and tree maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e November, December, January. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse our harvest-month information to compare varieties and spread your harvest across more of the year. Consider harvest timing alongside available space, growing conditions, and the fruits your family enjoys eating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A nearby Type A variety with overlapping flowering can help support cross-pollination. Flowering overlap and weather matter; different harvest seasons alone do not establish pollination compatibility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOro Negro Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose excellent drainage; avoid areas that stay waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture. Support established trees during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program suited to the tree’s age and product instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Palm Bay, choose a warm, sheltered location and pay particular attention to drainage during summer rains. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Oro Negro’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature skin color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, buttery, creamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall × 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNovember–January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar details follow Pine Island Nursery’s growing information; size and harvest timing vary by site. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-oro-negro--informacion-24?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our avocado collection at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheIslandGardeners.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442353287357,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442353320125,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442353352893,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442353385661,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/Oro-Negro-avocado-palm-bay.jpg?v=1790956229"},{"product_id":"choquette-avocado-tree","title":"Choquette Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette Avocado Tree — Large, Late-Season Florida Avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of a generous avocado harvest to your garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its large, green-skinned fruit and yellow flesh are perfect for slicing alongside your favorite meals, adding to sandwiches, or sharing around the family table. Sometimes all you need is a ripe avocado, a little salt and lime, and something fresh from the garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette is an appealing choice for gardeners who enjoy large Florida-style avocados and want a harvest later in the year. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ams.usda.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/media\/FloridaAvocadoVarieties.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eams.usda.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size \u0026amp; Eating Quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette produces substantial avocados, commonly weighing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½–2½ pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The fruit has nearly smooth, dark-green skin and thick yellow flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy it in salads, avocado toast, guacamole, sandwiches, or served alongside your favorite dishes. Fruit size varies with growing conditions and crop load. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-choquette-informacion-11?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick fruit when mature and allow it to soften off the tree. To check readiness, harvest one fruit and see whether it softens normally before picking more. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall by 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it adequate room in your backyard orchard or food forest. Selective pruning helps maintain an accessible canopy and makes harvesting easier. It is best planned as a long-term, in-ground tree. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-choquette-informacion-11?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical harvest guide: October–December, sometimes extending into January.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePine Island Nursery lists October–December, while USDA’s Florida variety guide gives October–January. Timing depends on location and seasonal conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Harvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e October, November, December.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible extended harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e January, subject to local observations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-choquette-informacion-11?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompare Choquette’s harvest window with earlier varieties to help extend your avocado season. Our harvest-month information makes it easier to choose trees around the months you want fresh fruit on your table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering may improve cross-pollination opportunities. Weather and flowering overlap influence fruit set; harvest timing alone does not determine compatibility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-choquette-informacion-11?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoquette Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid locations that remain waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture. Water established trees during prolonged dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to the tree’s age and product label.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Palm Bay gardens, choose a warm, sheltered location with reliable drainage during summer rains. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Choquette’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1½–2½ pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNearly smooth, dark green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThick, yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall × 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober–December; sometimes January\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar details follow Pine Island Nursery and USDA descriptions; actual size and season vary by growing location. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-choquette-informacion-11?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442346897597,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442346930365,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442346963133,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442346995901,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/choquette-avocado-sliced-open-showing-yellow-flesh-and-seed.jpg?v=1790958449"},{"product_id":"avocado-catalina-tree","title":"Catalina Avocado Tree","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a taste of the Caribbean to your garden with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a Cuban variety prized for its large fruit, rich flavor, and creamy texture. Its yellow flesh is delicious sliced into salads, served alongside your favorite meals, or enjoyed simply with a little salt and lime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWest Indian avocado variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that produces medium-to-large fruit, commonly weighing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its typical Florida harvest falls in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAugust and September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with some fruit extending into October depending on location and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow your own flavorful avocados with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina Avocado Tree (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Catalina’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Introduced to Florida from Cuba, this West Indian avocado variety is valued for its large fruit, rich flavor, and creamy yellow flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Catalina to your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebackyard orchard, edible landscape, or food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with careful attention to planting space, drainage, and cold protection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup is available at The Island Gardeners in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor and Kitchen Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina produces creamy avocados that are delicious sliced alongside a meal or prepared in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado toast and sandwiches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh salads and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuacamole, dips, and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit commonly weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although size varies with growing conditions and crop load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocados soften after picking. Harvest fruit when mature, then allow it to soften before eating. Picking one sample fruit and checking whether it softens properly can help you assess readiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida harvest: August–September, sometimes extending into October.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina can complement avocado varieties that mature earlier or later in the year. Compare cultivar harvest windows before planting to help spread your harvest across more months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the harvest-month information in our listings to plan your garden around the fruit you enjoy and the trees you already grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest windows are approximate. Location, weather, tree maturity, and care affect fruit development and production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type and Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado trees can self-pollinate under Florida conditions, but fruit set varies. A compatible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado with overlapping flowering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may improve opportunities for cross-pollination, especially where other avocado trees are not nearby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen choosing a companion tree, consider flowering overlap as well as harvest season. Different harvest months do not necessarily mean different flowering times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size and Planting Space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-size evergreen avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. An unpruned tree can reach approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall and 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular pruning can help maintain a more accessible canopy, but Catalina should not be treated as a dwarf variety. Allow adequate distance from buildings, overhead utilities, and other trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor long-term growing, plan an appropriate in-ground location. Keeping a young tree in a nursery pot is different from maintaining a productive mature tree in a container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a sunny planting location. Full sun supports good growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil and drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in well-drained soil where water does not stand after rainfall. Avocado roots are particularly vulnerable to prolonged wet conditions. Where drainage is unsuitable, seek advice about an appropriate planting mound or a different location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater at planting and regularly during establishment. Adjust watering to rainfall, soil moisture, and tree size rather than following one fixed schedule. Keep the root ball adequately moist without leaving the root zone continuously saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread organic mulch over the root area to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Keep mulch away from the trunk and avoid piling it against the base of the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a suitable fertilizer program for avocado trees, following product directions and guidance appropriate to the tree’s age and soil conditions. Avoid excessive fertilizer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune thoughtfully to manage height and maintain access for harvesting. Begin canopy management while the tree is young rather than waiting until major limbs need removal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalina’s West Indian background makes it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecold-sensitive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Choose a warm, sheltered site and prepare to protect young trees during cold events. Mature trees can also be damaged by freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Catalina in Palm Bay and Central Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Central Florida, a suitable microclimate and excellent drainage are important when considering Catalina. A sheltered location may reduce exposure, but it does not eliminate the risk of freeze damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unsure whether Catalina suits your property, contact The Island Gardeners to discuss your planting space and compare avocado varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Catalina’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cuba\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado group:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e West Indian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Creamy yellow flesh with rich flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e August–September; sometimes into October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full-size; approximately 30 feet tall by 20 feet wide if unpruned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained; avoid standing water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold tolerance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cold-sensitive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Backyard orchard, edible landscape, and food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrowse the available Catalina Avocado Tree options and plan your next planting. Local pickup is available in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat and eat what you grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442343522493,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442343555261,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442343588029,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442343620797,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/Catalina-avocado-cluster-on-tree.png?v=1790907997"},{"product_id":"doni-avocado-tree","title":"Doni Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni Avocado Tree — Early-Season Florida Avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring the pleasure of fresh avocado season to your garden a little earlier with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Known for its large fruit and early Florida harvest, Doni gives you something delicious to look forward to as spring turns into summer. Enjoy your harvest sliced alongside your favorite meals, added to salads, or served simply with a squeeze of lime and a little salt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni’s standout feature is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay–June harvest window\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it an appealing choice for gardeners planning an avocado collection with different harvest seasons. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni produces large, flavorful avocados. Pine Island Nursery lists fruit weighing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1½–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, although size varies with growing conditions and crop load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy the fruit in sandwiches, guacamole, salads, or alongside a fresh garden meal. Pick avocados when mature and allow them to soften off the tree before eating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size \u0026amp; Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-sized avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with an approximate mature size of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall by 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e under favorable conditions. Selective pruning can help maintain a more accessible canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a permanent, in-ground location with adequate space for its canopy and roots. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida harvest: May–June.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner Months: May, June.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse this range as a planning guide. Harvest timing can shift with location, weather, tree maturity, and seasonal conditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni can help start your avocado season before many summer and fall varieties mature. Compare its harvest months with other trees in our collection to plan a backyard orchard or food forest that provides fresh fruit over a longer period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Avocados can self-pollinate, and a nearby Type B variety with overlapping flowering may improve opportunities for cross-pollination. Weather and bloom timing influence results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoni Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid areas where water stands after rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone, keeping mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to the tree’s age and product label.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain manageable height and access.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose a warm, sheltered location and protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn Palm Bay, drainage during summer rains and protection during cold events are especially important \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Doni’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 1½–2 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate mature size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall × 20 feet wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay–June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBackyard orchards, edible landscapes, food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar size and season follow Pine Island Nursery’s description; actual results vary by growing location. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pineislandnursery.com\/variety-selected-name-doni-informacion-12?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003ePine Island Nursery\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48442334412989,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48442334445757,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48442334478525,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48442334511293,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/large-doni-avocado-fruit-cut-showing-flesh-and-seed.jpg?v=1790957844"},{"product_id":"maria-black-dwarf-avocado-tree","title":"Maria Black Dwarf Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaria Black Dwarf Avocado Tree – Unique Dark-Skinned Avocado for Florida Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd something distinctive to your edible landscape with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaria Black Avocado Tree (Persea americana ‘Maria Black’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an avocado cultivar recognized for its attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edark-skinned fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor avocado enthusiasts who enjoy growing different cultivars instead of relying on just one variety, Maria Black can add diversity to a backyard orchard or tropical food forest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow it alongside other avocado varieties with different fruit characteristics and harvest periods to create a more diverse home avocado collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Maria Black Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the standout characteristics of Maria Black is its distinctive darker fruit skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark-skinned avocado cultivars can be especially interesting for home growers who want something visually different from the large green-skinned avocado varieties commonly associated with Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit can be enjoyed fresh and used for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avocado toast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Guacamole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Salads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sandwiches and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dips and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh tropical dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Growing Maria Black Avocado in Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocados thrive in warm climates, making them a popular addition to Florida edible landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaria Black can be incorporated into:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Tropical food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Backyard avocado collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Edible landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡 Home orchards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Mixed tropical fruit gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen choosing a planting location, give your avocado tree adequate space for future canopy development and choose a sunny location with excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Maria Black Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a location receiving full sun for best growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Drainage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent drainage is extremely important for avocado trees. Avoid low areas where water remains after heavy rainfall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater consistently while a young tree becomes established, but avoid keeping the root zone continuously saturated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply organic mulch around the root zone to help conserve moisture and improve the growing environment. Keep mulch several inches away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed appropriately during active growth based on the age and condition of the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado trees can become large. Selective pruning can help control height, improve structure and make harvesting easier in a backyard setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung avocado trees can be particularly vulnerable to freezing temperatures. Central Florida growers should consider planting in a protected microclimate and be prepared to provide cold protection when freezing weather is expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Maria Black Avocado Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact harvest window for Maria Black can vary with location, weather, tree maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, use the harvest months observed from your own Maria Black trees or confirmed by the nursery supplying your cultivar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is especially important for less widely documented cultivars because we don't want to assign harvest months based on another avocado variety and give customers inaccurate information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce confirmed, enter each month as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eseparate Harvest Month value\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Shopify.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor example:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Month:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [Confirmed Month 1]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Month:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [Confirmed Month 2]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Month:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [Confirmed Month 3]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis will allow Maria Black to appear automatically whenever a customer selects one of those months in the Harvest Planner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌼 Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado cultivars are generally categorized as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A or Type B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e according to their flowering behavior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause reliable cultivar-specific information for Maria Black is limited, we recommend confirming its flower type from your propagation source before labeling it as Type A or Type B on the product page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single avocado tree can potentially produce fruit, while having avocado cultivars with complementary flowering patterns nearby can increase opportunities for cross-pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Why Grow Maria Black Avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🖤 Distinctive dark-skinned avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Adds another avocado variety to your collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Great addition to a backyard orchard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Fits beautifully into a tropical food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Adds cultivar diversity to an edible landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Can be combined with other avocado varieties to help create a more diverse avocado collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 Available for local pickup in Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 Quick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persea americana ‘Maria Black’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maria Black Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Skin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm for your specific plant source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Confirm with propagation 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Recommended during freezing weather, particularly for young trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Food Forest, Backyard Orchard, Edible Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Melbourne, Brevard County \u0026amp; surrounding Central Florida communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Add Maria Black to My Food Forest™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlready growing Maria Black?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ ALREADY 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near Melbourne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❤️ A Red-Skinned Avocado That Stands Out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe distinctive skin color is one of the first things you'll notice about Thomson Red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the fruit develops, its darker reddish coloration creates a striking contrast to traditional green-skinned Florida avocados.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes Thomson Red especially appealing for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Avocado collectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Tropical food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡 Backyard orchards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Edible landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e❤️ Gardeners looking for unusual fruit 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avoid prolonged saturated soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen fruit tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended for backyard size management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended during freezing weather, particularly for young trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Food Forest, Backyard Orchard, Edible Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Melbourne, Brevard County \u0026amp; 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Its creamy, mild-flavored fruit is delicious on toast, sliced into salads, or enjoyed with a little salt and lime. With a naturally compact growth habit, Wurtz offers an appealing option for gardeners who want fresh avocados without making room for a large orchard tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWurtz produces medium-sized, green-skinned avocados with creamy flesh. Enjoy them in guacamole, sandwiches, dips, or alongside your favorite meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest fruit when mature and allow it to soften off the tree before eating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Compact Tree for Smaller Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWurtz is a dwarf avocado commonly described as reaching approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–12 feet tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on growing conditions and pruning. Allow room for its spreading canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can grow in a large container with excellent drainage, although container plants need closer attention to watering, nutrition, and root space. Its compact habit also makes it useful for smaller backyard orchards and edible landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greendreamsfl.com\/online-store\/Avocado-Wurtz-Persea-americana-3G-p671341030?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eDwarf, Creamy, and Container-Friendly 🌿\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season \u0026amp; Your Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWurtz is generally described as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate-spring to summer avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A Florida nursery reports an approximate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay–September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e window, but timing varies with location and growing conditions. Treat this as a preliminary planning range until we can confirm its season from our own Palm Bay observations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greendreamsfl.com\/online-store\/Avocado-Wurtz-Persea-americana-3G-p671341030?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eDwarf, Creamy, and Container-Friendly 🌿\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose trees with different harvest seasons to help spread fresh fruit throughout the year. Wurtz can be considered alongside later-season avocados when planning your backyard orchard or food forest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type \u0026amp; Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWurtz is commonly classified as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A single tree may produce fruit; a nearby Type B avocado with overlapping flowering can improve opportunities for cross-pollination. Temperature and flowering overlap influence results. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greendreamsfl.com\/online-store\/Avocado-Wurtz-Persea-americana-3G-p671341030?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eDwarf, Creamy, and Container-Friendly 🌿\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWurtz Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose full sun for best growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid locations that remain wet after rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall and soil moisture. Avoid prolonged saturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch the root zone to conserve moisture, keeping it away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to the tree’s age and the product label.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to maintain an accessible canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during freezing weather and choose a sheltered planting location.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Palm Bay gardens, drainage and protection during cold events deserve particular attention. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/MG213?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eask.ifas.ufl.edu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. Eat what you grow.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9576%; height: 215.482px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Wurtz’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso known as\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLittle Cado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, dwarf avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–12 feet; varies with conditions and pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-sized, green-skinned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamy, mild-flavored\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate spring–summer; confirm local timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainer growing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible in a large, well-drained container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.3963%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 71.5266%; height: 19.5893px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmaller gardens, backyard orchards, edible landscapes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cultivar details above follow the Florida nursery’s description; local size and harvest timing may differ. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":47978062512317,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":47978062545085,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":47978062577853,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":47978062610621,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/wurtz-little-cado-avocado-cut-open-showing-seed.jpg?v=1790947001"},{"product_id":"lula","title":"Lula Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLula Avocado Tree – Homegrown Flavor for Fall and Winter Meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine picking an avocado from your own garden to slice alongside breakfast, add to a fresh salad, or share over dinner. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLula Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings homegrown flavor to your table with green fruit and an extended harvest season that can continue beyond the summer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are planting your first avocado or adding another variety to your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebackyard orchard or food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Lula offers a way to diversify your seasonal harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup is available at The Island Gardeners in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor and Kitchen Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLula produces green avocados with buttery flesh that can be enjoyed in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado toast and sandwiches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh salads and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuacamole, dips, and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple slices served alongside your favorite meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePick fruit when mature, then allow it to soften off the tree before eating. Test a sample fruit for proper softening rather than relying on size alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season and Food Forest Planning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical harvest: October–December, with some Florida references extending the season into mid-February.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLula can complement earlier-producing avocado varieties. Compare typical harvest months before planting to help spread your harvest across more of the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse our harvest-month information to consider how Lula fits with the trees you already grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest timing varies with location, weather, tree maturity, and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type and Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLula has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and can fruit well when planted alone under Florida conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible Type B avocado with overlapping bloom may provide additional cross-pollination opportunities. 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The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e produces impressively large, rounded fruit with green skin and a mild flavor—perfect for slicing alongside dinner, filling sandwiches, or making a bowl of guacamole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts pumpkin-like fruit shape gives this variety its memorable name. For gardeners who enjoy large Florida-style avocados, Marcus Pumpkin brings something distinctive to a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebackyard orchard, edible landscape, or food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup is available at The Island Gardeners in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size, Flavor and Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin is known for its substantial fruit. UF\/IFAS lists Marcus avocados at approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18–48 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while individual fruit can exceed three pounds under favorable conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mild flesh works well in salads, avocado toast, wraps, dips, and fresh meals. Fruit size varies with tree maturity, crop load, and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest avocados when mature, then allow them to soften off the tree before eating. Size alone does not confirm that a fruit is ready to pick.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober–November\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin can add a fall harvest window to your avocado collection. When planning your garden, compare its season with earlier-producing varieties to help extend the months when you have homegrown fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse our harvest-month information to make intentional choices for your food forest. Overlapping harvests can be useful, too—especially when you want plenty of a favorite fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest timing is approximate and varies with location, weather, maturity, and care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type and Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA nearby Type A avocado with overlapping bloom can increase opportunities for cross-pollination. Avocados can self-pollinate under Florida conditions, but fruit set varies by variety and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a companion based on flowering compatibility as well as the harvest season you want.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size and Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin is a vigorous, evergreen tree that can develop a canopy approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 feet tall and wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e when allowed to grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it room to mature and maintain access for harvesting. Regular canopy management can help control size, but this is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot a dwarf avocado variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor long-term growing, choose a suitable in-ground location rather than assuming it will remain small in a pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarcus Pumpkin Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent drainage is essential. Avoid locations where water stands after rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting to rainfall and root-zone moisture. Avoid continuously saturated soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cover the root area with organic mulch while keeping the trunk clear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program suited to tree age and soil conditions, using label directions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manage the canopy gradually to keep harvesting accessible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during cold events. 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The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado Avocado Tree (Persea americana ‘Utuado’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-dwarf avocado variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e known for its more compact growth habit, large green fruit and late-season harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts semi-dwarf growth makes Utuado especially appealing for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmaller backyards, home orchards and food forests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e where space matters. It also allows gardeners to potentially grow several avocado varieties with different harvest seasons instead of dedicating a large area to one full-size tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its Puerto Rican heritage and later harvest season, Utuado is an exciting addition to a Florida tropical fruit collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇵🇷 A Puerto Rican Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado takes its name from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado, Puerto Rico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, located in the mountainous interior of the island.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe variety adds another connection to the rich tradition of avocado cultivation throughout Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor The Island Gardeners, Utuado is a natural fit for a collection celebrating tropical and Caribbean fruit varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Utuado Avocado Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado produces attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge, green-skinned avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with creamy flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy the fruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh from the tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• On avocado toast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In salads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In sandwiches and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In dips and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In guacamole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Alongside Caribbean and tropical dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Semi-Dwarf Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Utuado's standout features is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-dwarf growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile many avocado trees can eventually become very large, Utuado is known for maintaining a more compact growth habit, making it particularly attractive for residential landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose a Semi-Dwarf Avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Easier to fit into smaller yards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ Easier to maintain at a manageable height with pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Fruit can be easier to reach at harvest time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Easier to incorporate into a multi-layered food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡 Better suited to residential landscapes where space is limited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Allows room for additional fruit-tree varieties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA semi-dwarf designation does \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mean the tree will remain tiny. Final tree size depends on climate, soil, rootstock, pruning, nutrition, irrigation and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular pruning is still recommended when maintaining Utuado as a compact backyard avocado tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Utuado Avocado Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado is considered a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate-season avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished harvest information varies depending on location and growing conditions, with fruit potentially maturing from approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober through February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the broader planning window can be:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober • November • December • January • February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs The Island Gardeners gathers harvest information from trees growing in Palm Bay and Central Florida, this range can be refined to provide even more locally relevant information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest periods are approximate and intended as a planning guide. Actual flowering, fruiting and harvest dates can vary by location, weather, winter temperatures, tree maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Utuado Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained soil is essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water consistently during establishment while avoiding prolonged saturated soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch around the root zone while keeping mulch away from direct contact with the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Feed appropriately during active growth based on tree age and local growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selective pruning is recommended to help maintain Utuado's naturally more compact, semi-dwarf structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees when freezing temperatures are expected, particularly in Central Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Why Grow Utuado Avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🇵🇷 Puerto Rican heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSemi-dwarf growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏡 Excellent option for smaller backyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Large green avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e😋 Creamy avocado flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Late-season harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✂️ Easier size management than many full-size avocado trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Great addition to a Florida food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Allows gardeners to maximize limited growing space\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📆 Can help extend the potential avocado harvest into later months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 Quick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persea americana ‘Utuado’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Utuado Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Puerto Rico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Creamy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Semi-Dwarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact \/ Semi-Dwarf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Harvest Window:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e October–February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Verify propagation source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-Drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended to maintain compact size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small Backyard, Food Forest, Backyard Orchard, Edible Landscape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Melbourne, Brevard County \u0026amp; surrounding Central Florida communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 A Smart Choice for My Food Forest™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUtuado's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-dwarf growth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e makes it particularly useful when designing a food forest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of using a large portion of your available space for one full-size avocado tree, a more compact variety can make it easier to incorporate additional fruit trees with different harvest seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat means you can plan not only 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Fruit generally weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–16 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with rich, nutty flavor and creamy, buttery flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy your harvest in guacamole, salads, sandwiches, or sliced alongside your favorite meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit and garden placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay is commonly described as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esemi-dwarf avocado variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It can begin bearing while relatively small, but it continues growing as it matures. Semi-dwarf does not mean it will remain a tiny tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a sunny location with room for a developing canopy. Regular, selective pruning can help keep the tree accessible for harvesting. Day can also be grown in a large, well-drained container with ongoing attention to watering, pruning, and root space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect an approximate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate-summer through fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e harvest window. September–October is frequently listed by Florida nurseries, although fruit may mature earlier or later depending on location, weather, and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocados soften after picking. Test a mature fruit indoors before harvesting a larger batch; green skin alone does not indicate whether the fruit is ready.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDay has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A single avocado tree can produce fruit, while a compatible Type B variety nearby may improve pollination. Weather, flowering overlap, and pollinator activity influence fruit set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting and care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose full sun for best growth and production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in well-drained soil; avoid locations that remain wet after rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keep the top of the root ball level with, or slightly above, the surrounding soil. Avoid burying the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting for rainfall. Allow drainage between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulch:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mulch around the root zone, keeping it several inches away from the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use a fertilizer suitable for avocado trees, following label directions for tree age and size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prune selectively to manage height and maintain a healthy canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during cold weather. Some cold tolerance does not make the tree freeze-proof.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in Palm Bay and Brevard County\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive your Day avocado a sunny, sheltered position and pay particular attention to drainage during Florida’s rainy season. Young trees benefit from protection against cold snaps and strong winds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy grow Day avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich, nutty fruit with creamy flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA semi-dwarf growth habit that can be managed with pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for an edible landscape or backyard orchard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA useful addition to a food forest planned around seasonal harvests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick growing information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Day’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen fruit tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommonly described as semi-dwarf; size depends on conditions and pruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen, elongated, pear-shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate fruit weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8–16 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich and nutty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreamy and buttery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately late summer–fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood forest, edible landscape, backyard orchard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan your food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd Day avocado to your harvest plan alongside varieties that mature at other times of year. Comparing expected harvest windows helps you identify overlapping seasons and opportunities to spread your harvest across more months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill Day avocado stay small?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is commonly described as semi-dwarf, but it still needs growing space and pruning. Its early-bearing habit does not indicate its final size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need two avocado trees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne tree can produce fruit. A compatible Type B variety may improve pollination when flowering overlaps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I grow it in a container?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, with a large container, excellent drainage, and continued size management. Container growing requires more attention as the tree matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the fruit ripen on the tree?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocados mature on the tree and soften after picking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup is available in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, through \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Check the product’s available options for current sizes and availability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow what you eat. 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When combined with earlier avocado varieties, Hall can help spread your avocado harvest across more of the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor gardeners in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including Palm Bay, Melbourne and surrounding Brevard County communities, Hall can be considered with appropriate site selection and protection from freezing temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup available in Palm Bay, Florida, near Melbourne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Hall Avocado Flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall avocados have smooth, creamy flesh with a pleasant, rich avocado flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy the fruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fresh from the tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In salads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• On sandwiches and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• As avocado toast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In dips and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• In guacamole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• As part of fresh tropical meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of large fruit and creamy flesh makes Hall an attractive addition to a Florida backyard orchard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Fruit Size \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall is known for producing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, typically with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 Green skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Large fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Smooth, creamy flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Classic Florida-avocado appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit remains green as it matures rather than developing the dark purple or nearly black skin associated with some other avocado cultivars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Tree Growth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall develops into a vigorous evergreen avocado tree and can become quite large when allowed to grow naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a residential backyard or food forest, regular selective pruning can help control height, improve access to fruit and maintain a more manageable canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive the tree adequate room when planting and avoid placing it too close to buildings, fences or other large trees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Hall Avocado Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida Harvest: October–December\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall is particularly valuable as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate-season avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor The Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™, we recommend assigning Hall to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNovember\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecember\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes Hall especially interesting for customers trying to build a food forest with harvests spread across different months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor example, a gardener could combine earlier-, mid- and later-season avocado cultivars rather than having every avocado tree mature its fruit during the same period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest periods are approximate and intended as a planning guide. Actual flowering, fruiting and harvest dates can vary by location, weather, tree maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌼 Avocado Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall is generally classified as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado flowers have an unusual flowering pattern, with A-type and B-type cultivars opening their female and male flower stages at different times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA single avocado tree may produce fruit on its own, but having compatible A- and B-type avocado varieties flowering nearby can increase opportunities for cross-pollination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor customers designing an avocado collection, flower type is therefore another useful characteristic to consider alongside flavor and harvest season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e☀️ Hall Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun for strong growth and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocados require excellent drainage. Avoid locations where water remains standing after heavy rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater regularly while the tree establishes, while allowing the soil\/root zone to drain properly between irrigation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed according to the tree's age and local growing conditions during active growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic mulch can help conserve soil moisture and improve the area around the root zone. Keep mulch away from direct contact with the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelective annual pruning can help maintain a manageable backyard tree and make harvesting easier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall is an avocado tree and should not be considered freeze-proof. Young trees are particularly vulnerable to cold. Central Florida growers should choose a protected planting location and be prepared to protect young trees during freezing weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Why Grow Hall Avocado?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🥑 Large Florida-style avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💚 Attractive green fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e😋 Creamy, flavorful flesh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📅 Late-season avocado harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Excellent addition to a backyard orchard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌴 Great candidate for a diversified Florida food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🐝 Type B flowering variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📆 Helps extend the avocado harvest into later months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌱 Pairs well with earlier-producing avocado varieties when planning a longer harvest season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📋 Quick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Persea americana ‘Hall’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hall Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avocado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Creamy, Rich, Mild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Florida Harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e October–December\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Planner Months:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e October • November • December\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSun:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-Drained\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous evergreen tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended for backyard size management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended during freezing weather, especially for young trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Backyard Orchard, Edible Landscape, Food Forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal Pickup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Palm Bay, Melbourne, Brevard County \u0026amp; surrounding Central Florida communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌳 Add Hall Avocado to My Food Forest™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall is an excellent example of how \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Island Gardeners Harvest Planner™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can help customers plan more intentionally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your Food Forest already contains avocado varieties producing earlier in the year, Hall's typical later harvest period may help extend your potential avocado season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Harvest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOCT | NOV | DEC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers could select:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ ALREADY GROWING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ PLANNING TO ADD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHall would then appear automatically on their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMy Food Forest™ 12-month harvest timeline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlan Your Harvest Before You Plant.™\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Island Gardeners","offers":[{"title":"3 Gal","offer_id":48317543121085,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 Gal","offer_id":48317543153853,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gal","offer_id":48317543186621,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Gal","offer_id":48317543219389,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2801\/5293\/files\/hall-avocado-fruit-florida.jpg?v=1790814670"},{"product_id":"winter-mexican-tree","title":"Winter Mexican Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican Avocado Tree – Homegrown Avocados for the Winter Table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine stepping into your garden on a cool Florida morning and picking an avocado to enjoy with breakfast. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican Avocado Tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e brings a late-season harvest to your backyard, with flavorful green fruit that is delicious sliced onto toast, tucked into sandwiches, or served alongside your favorite meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor gardeners building a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efood forest or backyard orchard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Winter Mexican offers an opportunity to enjoy avocados after many summer varieties have finished. Its comparatively good cold tolerance also makes it worth considering for carefully selected Central Florida planting sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocal pickup is available at The Island Gardeners in Palm Bay, Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit Flavor and Appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall-to-medium, pear-shaped avocados\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with green skin, pale flesh, and a pleasantly balanced flavor. The seed is typically small.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy the fruit in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvocado toast and breakfast dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh salads and sandwiches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuacamole, dips, and spreads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple slices with salt and lime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest mature fruit and allow it to soften off the tree before eating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin and Variety Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite its name, Winter Mexican originated in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWest Palm Beach area of Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and was introduced in 1922.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts exact parentage is unrecorded, although it is generally described as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprobable Mexican–Guatemalan hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical Harvest Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical harvest: December–January in South Florida grower observations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis winter harvest window can complement earlier avocado varieties and help extend your garden’s seasonal offerings. Compare typical maturity periods when choosing trees rather than selecting by flavor or fruit size alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiming can differ between growing locations. Use the listed months as a planning guide and refine them with observations from your own garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree maturity, weather, location, and care affect harvest timing and production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower Type and Pollination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican produces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType B flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible Type A avocado with overlapping bloom may improve opportunities for cross-pollination, particularly where other avocado trees are not nearby. Flowering overlap matters when choosing a companion; harvest dates alone do not establish compatibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree Size and Garden Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevergreen avocado tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not a designated dwarf variety. Growth rate can vary, so allow room for a mature canopy and plan for ongoing pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose a location clear of buildings, overhead utilities, and other trees. For long-term growing, a suitable in-ground planting space is generally more practical than keeping the tree in a small container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican Avocado Tree Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in full sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose well-drained ground that does not remain waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly during establishment, adjusting to rainfall and root-zone moisture. Avoid prolonged saturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply organic mulch over the root area, keeping it clear of the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Follow an avocado fertilizer program appropriate to tree age and soil conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Manage the canopy gradually, maintaining access for care and harvesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold protection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Protect young trees during cold events. Established Winter Mexican trees have relatively good cold tolerance, but freezing weather can still damage foliage, flowers, fruit, or branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in Palm Bay and Central Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Mexican is an option to discuss when comparing avocado varieties for Central Florida. Choose a sunny, sheltered location with excellent drainage, and prepare cold protection while the tree is young.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts cold tolerance does not make it freezeproof. Plant health, exposure, and the duration of a cold event all influence the outcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick Growing Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ‘Winter Mexican’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e West Palm Beach area, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParentage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unconfirmed; generally considered a Mexican–Guatemalan hybrid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small-to-medium, green, pear-shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlesh:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pale, with a typically small seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pleasant, medium-bodied avocado flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlower type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical harvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e December–January, subject to local variation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTree habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen; not a dwarf variety\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarden uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Backyard orchard, edible landscape, and food forest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore the available Winter Mexican Avocado Tree options and plan for homegrown flavor beyond the summer season. 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