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Persea americana
Avocado
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC
Description
This is a large tree that can grow as large as an oak. Its exotic, semi-tropical, drupe fruit is famous for making guacamole dip. Frost damages this plant.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.
One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.