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• Common name: Avocado/ Butter fruit

• Scientific name: Persea americana


• Family: Lauraceae
• Origin: Central America ( Mexico)
• Varities: Bacon, Fuerte, Bacon, purple hybrid,
Reed, zutano, Pinkerton, Hass, lamb hass
• Climate & soil: Tropical & sub-tropical climate
• Tempr need 26-30 degree celsius
• Rainfall exceeding 1000 mm is desirable
• Minium survival tempr is about -4 degree
celsius
• Soil- well drained soil, PH = 6-7.5, rich in organic
matters and nutrients
• Planting: Plant avocado trees during the spring or
early summer months. Dig a hole twice as wide and
deep as the tree's root ball. Mix compost or well-
rotted manure into the soil before planting. Water
the tree thoroughly after planting.
Propagation : Sexual & Asexual
Irrigation
• Avocado trees require regular watering,
especially during the dry season. However,
ensure that the soil drains well to prevent
waterlogging, which can cause root rot.
• Protection from Cold: In colder regions or
during winter months, provide protection to
avocado trees from frost and cold winds.
Mulching around the base of the tree can help
regulate soil temperature.
Manures & Fertilizers
Mulching
Training & Pruning
• Harvesting: Avocado fruits typically mature
within 9 to 15 months after flowering,
depending on the variety. Harvest when the
fruits are mature but still firm, as they soften
off the tree. Be gentle when picking to avoid
damaging the fruit.
Insect pest & diseases

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