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Avocado — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Persea americana |
|---|---|
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 1095–2555 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 609.6–914.4 |
| Mature height (cm) | 365.8–914.4 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 365.8–762 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 9–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Sowing method | Transplant |
Growing directions
Avocados bear Type A flowers (open as female in the morning) and Type B flowers (open as female in the afternoon); planting one of each type near each other ensures pollen is available throughout the day and greatly increases fruit set. Grafted trees begin fruiting in 3–5 years; seedlings may take 8–10 years. Avocados are sensitive to root rot in heavy or poorly drained soils — plant on a mound or raised bed and irrigate deeply but infrequently. Fruit does not ripen on the tree; pick when full-sized and let ripen at room temperature for 3–8 days.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0