Avocado Seeds - Fuerte

Fuerte avocado seeds grow into an evergreen tree with an upright to spreading growth habit, adapted to warm and mild subtropical climates. This variety is suitable for home gardens, backyard plantings, and small orchard use in regions with mild winters and limited frost exposure. The tree establishes well in well-drained soils and benefits from consistent moisture during early growth. Fuerte avocado trees are commonly grown as long-term landscape plantings and perform best with ample sunlight and good air circulation.

Features

• Evergreen tree with upright to spreading growth habit

• Adapted to warm and mild subtropical climates

• Suitable for home gardens and small orchard plantings

• Performs best in full sun and well-drained soils

• Long-term planting suitable for permanent landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific name: Persea americana

• Common name (US): Avocado

• Seed type / variety: Fuerte

• 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; requires warm temperatures and consistently moist growing medium

• 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: 25 to 35 feet tall; 20 to 30 feet spread

• Plant spacing: 20 to 30 feet apart