Avocado Seeds - Choquette

Choquette avocado seeds grow into a vigorous evergreen tree with an upright to spreading growth habit. This variety is well suited to warm and subtropical climates and is commonly planted in home gardens, backyard plantings, and small orchard settings. The tree adapts to a range of soil types provided they are well drained and benefits from consistent moisture during establishment. Choquette avocado trees are typically grown as long-term landscape plantings and perform best in regions with mild winters and ample sunlight.

Features

• Evergreen tree with upright to spreading growth habit

• Adapted to warm and subtropical climates

• Suitable for backyard gardens and small orchard plantings

• Performs well in full sun and well-drained soils

• Long-lived tree suitable for permanent planting

Specifications

• Scientific name: Persea americana

• Common name (US): Avocado

• Seed type / variety: Choquette

• Growth habit: Evergreen tree

• USDA hardiness zones: 9 to 11

• Planting season: Spring

• Sowing season:

  • Indoor: February to April

  • Outdoor (warm climates): March to May

• Germination time and conditions: 14 to 42 days; warm temperatures and consistently moist growing medium required

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained loam or sandy soil with moderate organic matter

• Watering needs: Moderate; regular watering with good drainage

• Mature plant size: 30 to 40 feet tall; 25 to 35 feet spread

• Plant spacing: 20 to 30 feet apart