Avocado Seeds - Persea americana

Persea americana avocado seeds grow into an evergreen tree with an upright to spreading growth habit, commonly cultivated in warm and subtropical climates. The tree is suitable for home gardens, backyard plantings, and small orchard use where frost risk is minimal. It adapts to a range of soil types provided drainage is adequate and performs best with consistent warmth and regular moisture during establishment. This species is typically grown as a long-term planting for landscape and garden use.

Features

• Evergreen tree with upright to spreading growth habit

• Adapted to warm and subtropical climates

• Suitable for home gardens and small orchard plantings

• Performs well 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: Species type

• 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: 20 to 40 feet tall; 20 to 30 feet spread

• Plant spacing: 15 to 25 feet apart