Features:Foliage: Oblong, glossy green, leathery leaves with smooth, slightly wavy margins and prominent veining.Flowers: Small, yellow-green, Type A flowers (self-pollinating but benefits from cross-pollination with Type B varieties for increased yields).Fruit: Medium-sized, oval with thick, pebbly skin that turns dark purple-black when ripe. Features creamy, pale green flesh and a small, round brown seed.Flavor: Renowned for its rich, nutty taste and high oil content—the gold standard for culinary use.
Mature Height: Up to 35 ft (typically maintained at 15–20 ft for home orchards)
Mature Width: 25–30 ft
Key Advantages:#1 commercial cultivar: Accounts for 80% of global avocado production due to superior shelf life and flavor.Versatile: Ideal for guacamole, salads, sandwiches, and health-focused dishes (e.g., avocado toast).Productive: Heavy, reliable bearer from spring to early summer (in California).
Landscape Uses:Edible orchards (commercial or backyard).Tropical-style gardens as a shade tree (in frost-free areas).
Care Requirements:Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily).Soil: Deep, well-drained; avoid saline or heavy clay soils.Water: Consistent moisture during fruit development; drought-tolerant once established.Pruning: Annual thinning to control size and encourage fruiting wood.