Unique, Gourd-Shaped Avocados For a Long Summer of Fruiting

If you love avocados, then you'll want to add the Russell Avocado tree to your yard. This unique variety offers the smooth, creamy taste of avocados you know and love with a fun twist.

These long, gourd-shaped avocados have a one-of-a-kind shape to add some pizzazz to your backyard! Create your favorite avocado toast, guacamole, and so much more with this tasty fruit.

Plus, this variety is self-pollinating, so you get a long summer of fruit production without the need for other avocado trees. But if you want even more of these slim, pear-shaped avocados, other avocado trees will easily increase your bounties.

Ready to have your very own fruit and veggie garden? Then it's time to add the Russell Avocado to your garden. Buy yours today!

Planting & Care

1. Planting:  Plant avocado trees in a sunny area that receives at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight every day. Make sure to protect them from strong winds and frost, particularly when they are young.

Avocado trees require well-draining soil with a pH level between 6 and 7. If you have heavy or clay soils, improve drainage by adding organic matter.

When planting young avocado trees, place them at the same depth as they were in the nursery container.

Planting multiple trees or attracting pollinators can improve fruit sets. As the avocados grow, support their heavy fruit-laden branches to prevent breakage.

2. Watering: Water once the top inch of soil is dry. Young trees need more water. Water thoroughly to encourage deep roots. Avoid shallow watering.

Mulching: Add organic mulch to keep the soil moist and regulate temperature. Avocado trees are sensitive to waterlogged conditions. Ensure proper drainage.

3. Pruning: Prune young trees to encourage a sturdy structure. Remove weak or crossing branches. Mature trees require minimal pruning. Remove dead or diseased branches and thin out excess growth for better air circulation.

4. Fertilizing: Avocado trees require balanced fertilizer with N-P-K ratio for healthy foliage, root development, and fruit production. Apply granular fertilizer twice a year, in early spring and mid-summer. Micronutrient supplements like iron and zinc can benefit avocado trees. Use specialized fertilizers containing these elements.

5. Pollination: Though this type B avocado tree is self-pollinating, you can encourage more fruit production with additional avocado trees, namely type A like Hass or Gwen.