Type: Tree
Sun / water: Full sun / water as needed; do not allow it to dry out
When I plant it: Start pits anytime, but keep them from the cold.
What I’ve seen
Avocado trees, like this one, can be started from the pit. It takes about three years to reach this size, and it needs to be covered in winter since it does not like frost.
How I use it
Mild. Eaten raw, in guacamole, cut up for salads, and the ubiquitous avocado toast.
This profile shares what I have experienced growing this plant in my Central Florida garden. I am not a certified horticulturist, so results in your garden may differ.