Avocado 'Hass' (Persea Americana) - Grafted - LIVE PLANT

Plant Insights and Care

Propagation Type: Grafted.

The Hass Avocado (Persea americana) is the most widely grown and commercially popular avocado variety, known for its creamy texture and rich flavor. This medium-sized, evergreen tree can reach heights of 5–10 meters, forming a broad, dense canopy with dark green, leathery leaves. It thrives in warm climates with well-draining soil and requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.

Proper watering is crucial, especially during flowering and fruit development. While the Hass avocado is somewhat drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from deep watering to maintain consistent soil moisture. Mulching helps retain moisture and protect roots from excessive heat. Avocados prefer a soil pH of 6.0–7.0 and do not tolerate waterlogging, so well-drained sandy or loamy soils are ideal.

Hass avocados are classified as a Type A flowering variety, meaning they open as female in the morning and as male in the afternoon. For increased yields, planting with a Type B avocado variety (such as Fuerte or Russell) can improve cross-pollination. Pruning is recommended to manage tree size, improve air circulation, and enhance fruiting.

Key Points:

• Origin: Developed in California, now the most widely grown avocado variety.
• Climate: Thrives in warm, subtropical to tropical climates.
• Sun Exposure: Requires full sun for healthy growth and maximum fruiting.
• Watering: Needs deep and consistent watering, especially when fruiting.
• Soil: Prefers well-draining, sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0.
• Special Care: Mulching helps retain moisture and regulate root temperature.

Fruit Profile

The Hass Avocado is renowned for its thick, pebbly skin, which starts out green and darkens to deep purple-black when ripe. The flesh is smooth, buttery, and rich, with a nutty flavor that makes it a favorite for guacamole, spreads, and salads. The fruits are medium-sized, averaging 200–300 grams, and contain a single large seed.

Dive into the facts:

• Taste: Buttery, nutty, and creamy, with high oil content.
• Appearance: Oval fruit with thick, bumpy skin that turns black when ripe.
• Fun Fact: The original Hass avocado tree, planted in California in the 1920s, survived for nearly 80 years, and all Hass avocados today descend from it.