No matter the time of the year, it's pretty easy to source an avocado, but have you ever stopped to consider growing your own? Even if you're not particularly green-fingered, you can create a ...

On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

A recent tree removal in my garden freed considerable space for new plants. This column traces the process of deciding how to use that space. Today’s photo gallery includes an avocado not in a store ...

It may be too early to be optimistic, but damage from the avocado lace bug appears to be on the decline. This year’s avocado defoliation still continues to raise havoc with fruit production in some ...

Q. I have an avocado tree that’s produced wonderful fruit for the past 3-5 years but recently stopped producing any fruit. It looks healthy. Any suggestions? If your avocado has been reliably ...

A new variety of avocado that can trace its origins to Ventura County was released to growers in June. Researchers with University of California Cooperative Extension said the variety — called Luna ...