{"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. 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