Avocado Seeds - Pinkerton

Pinkerton avocado seeds grow into an evergreen tree with an upright to moderately spreading growth habit, well suited to warm and subtropical climates. This variety is commonly planted in home gardens, backyard settings, and small orchards where mild winters and consistent warmth are available. The tree adapts to a range of soil types when proper drainage is provided and benefits from regular moisture during early establishment. Pinkerton avocado trees are typically grown as long-term landscape plantings in regions with minimal frost exposure.

Features

• Evergreen tree with upright to moderately spreading growth habit

• Adapted to warm and subtropical climates

• Suitable for home gardens and small orchard plantings

• Performs best in full sun and well-drained soils

• Long-term planting for landscape or garden use

Specifications

• Scientific name: Persea americana

• Common name (US): Avocado

• Seed type / variety: Pinkerton

• 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: 20 to 30 feet tall; 15 to 25 feet spread

• Plant spacing: 15 to 25 feet apart