For avocado trees, Di Lallo recommends a typical houseplant potting soil with some added perlite or pumice to promote aeration. When it comes to the perfect container, an unglazed terracotta pot will ...

Growing an avocado tree in a pot is an excellent option for people with limited space or those living in climates not suitable for avocado trees. Containing the tree’s size allows it to thrive ...

How to Plant an Avocado Tree Avocado trees are sunshine worshippers, growing only in USDA Hardiness Zones 8 through 11 and in loose, sandy soil. You can grow them from seed (i.e., the pit) or a ...

Growing avocados at home is not only a rewarding hobby but also a sustainable way to enjoy fresh produce. Whether you have a ...

Want to grow an avocado tree? It’s a good project to start in the winter; all you need is an avocado, a clean jar of water, some wooden toothpicks, and a sunny window.

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 ...

The types of avocado trees range widely in size, between 5-8 feet wide and 5-65 feet in height, though most top off at 40 feet in Florida. It is classified as a medium-sized evergreen tree ...

Plant Doctor Tom MacCubbin gives advice on gardening in Florida including care of mums, avocado, crape myrtle, tibouchina, orchid trees, hibiscus and skunk vine. Skip to content All Sections ...