In the past few years, avocado has become very famous because it tastes great and is good for you in many ways. Maybe you should try growing your own avocados instead of always getting them from the store. Not only does growing avocados give you a fresh supply of this healthy food, it’s also a fun and rewarding way to garden.
We will tell you everything you need to know to grow avocados at home in this post.
Picking the Right Type of Avocado: There are many types of avocados, but not all of them can be grown at home. It’s important to pick a type that does well in your area’s temperature and growing conditions. Hass, Fuerte, Bacon, and Reed are all popular types to grow at home. Find out what each type needs in order to make an informed choice.
Getting the Things You Need: If you want to grow avocados properly, you’ll need a few things. You will need an avocado seed or a plant from a nursery, a large pot or container that drains well, good potting soil, organic fertilizer, and a sunny spot in your yard or a good spot inside.
To Grow an Avocado from a Seed:
If you want to grow an avocado from a seed, follow these steps:
Take out the seed from a ripe avocado and wash the rest of the fruit very gently.
About halfway down, stick a needle into the seed and hold it over a glass of water so that the bottom is submerged.
Put the glass somewhere warm and sunny, and keep adding water to it.
Roots will start to show up after a few weeks, then a stem and leaves.
When the stem is about six inches long, move the seedling to a pot with dirt that drains well. Leave the top half of the seed exposed.
Make sure to water the plant often so that the soil stays slightly damp but not soaked.
How to Take Care of Your Avocado Plant:
It’s very important to give your avocado plant the right care so it grows well and produces lots of fruit. Here are some very important care tips:
Put the plant somewhere that gets at least six to eight hours of sunshine every day.
Allow the dirt to dry out a bit between waterings and give the plant deep waterings only every so often.
To feed the plant, use organic fertilizer made just for fruit trees and follow the directions on the package.
Remove any dead or damaged stems on a regular basis to keep the plant’s shape healthy and balanced.
Putting plants outside:
You can finally move your avocado plant outside if you live in a climate that is good for it. Pick a spot with dirt that drains well and is out of the way of strong winds. Avocado trees can get pretty big, so make sure the plant has enough room to grow.
