Avocado Holiday - Dwarf
This Avocado Holiday Dwarf tree produces excellent flavored, 18-24 oz fruit that can be stored for a month or more. Named Holiday because it ripens between Labor Day and New Year's Day, it is a Guatemalan type which holds the tree well and grows to be 15-20 feet tall. Enjoy fresh avocados for months!
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Deer Resistant,
Evergreen or Deciduous,
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Genus Name,Persea
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Light Needs,Full Sun
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Self Pollinating,
Water Needs,Average to Moist
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Essentials for Success
For flourishing plants, use potting soil for potted plants or planting mix for garden beds paired with Root Zone starter fertilizer is the perfect duo to foster robust root growth and minimize transplant shock.
Details
The tree has large, glossy, evergreen leaves that are dark green with a smooth texture. The leaves have a rich, tropical appearance and provide ample shade. The tree’s canopy is typically dense and broad, making it a beautiful ornamental tree as well as a fruit producer. It has a rounded or slightly oval shape with a well-balanced structure.
The Avocado Holiday Dwarf tree typically grows to a size ranging from 15 to 20 feet in height when fully mature, depending on growing conditions and pruning.
Care
Planting & Growing
Provide unamended, well-drained soil, and a wind-sheltered site. Apply a thick layer of mulch to conserve moisture, avoiding the trunk. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Periodic leaf drop is normal; allow to remain as mulch. Apply a slow-release fertilizer in spring after flowering.
Avocado trees love full sunlight. Plant your Avocado in a spot that gets at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. The more sunlight, the healthier the tree will be.
Avocados require well-draining soil. If the soil doesn’t drain well, it can cause root rot. Sandy loam or a mix designed for fruit trees is ideal.
Avocado trees needs regular watering, but it’s important not to overwater. Water the tree deeply when the It’s better to water slowly and deeply to encourage deep root growth. Avoid shallow watering, as this can lead to weak roots and surface-level moisture that dries up quickly. A drip irrigation system or soaker hose works well to ensure even water distribution. top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry. Depending on the weather and the age of the tree, you may need to water once or twice a week.
