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Avocado

Written by the GrowByCity Editorial Team · Updated April 2026
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Tropical tree fruit. A warmth-loving plant that does best between 18°C and 28°C, avocado adapts well to tropical and subtropical conditions but cannot tolerate frost. Give it full sun (6-8 hours of direct light daily) and regular watering to keep soil consistently moist, and expect to harvest in roughly 1095-1825 days. Well worth the space it takes — a single productive plant can supply a household through the season.

Harvest 1095-1825 days
Temp Range 5°C — 35°C

Quick Answer: How to Grow Avocado

Avocado takes 1095-1825 days to harvest. It grows best in 18–28°C with full sun and regular watering. Avocado is not frost tolerant — wait until after the last frost to plant. It can be grown in 350 cities worldwide.

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Growing Requirements

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Water
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Harvest
1095-1825 days

Temperature Range

18-28°C
-10°C 45°C
Optimal: 18–28°C Tolerates: 5–35°C
Tropical suitable: Yes
Cities growing: 350 of 350

Growing Tips

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Expert Tips

Grafted trees fruit much sooner. Needs well-drained soil. Wait until soil warms to at least 18°C before transplanting outdoors — cold soil stunts growth and can invite root rot. Aim for about 2.5 cm of water per week, adjusting for rainfall. Organic mulch around the base helps maintain even moisture.

Quick Facts

  • Grows in 350 of 350 cities
  • Available in 7 regions worldwide
  • Temperature range: 5°C to 35°C
  • Optimal growing: 18°C to 28°C
  • Harvest in 1095-1825 days

Did You Know?

  • 🌱 Avocado loves the heat! It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates year-round.
  • 🌱 Avocado needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.

Step-by-Step Growing Guide

Avocados are subtropical trees demanding exceptional drainage — they are among the most sensitive of all fruit trees to waterlogged conditions, suffering root rot within days. In-ground planting is only suitable for zones 9–11. Grafted trees are essential for fruiting within 2–4 years; seed-grown trees may take 10–15 years and often produce inferior fruit. Plant on raised mounds or slopes in well-drained, slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–7.0). Avocados are type A or type B flower producers — plant one of each for cross-pollination and maximum yield. Feed with a balanced citrus or avocado fertilizer supplemented with zinc and boron, which are commonly deficient. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing soil to partially dry between waterings — shallow, frequent irrigation promotes root rot. Mulch broadly but keep mulch away from the trunk. Protect from frost with fabric covers; even "hardy" varieties are damaged below -3°C.

Common Pests & Problems

Phytophthora root rot (Phytophthora cinnamomi) is the primary cause of avocado death worldwide — the oomycete pathogen thrives in saturated soil, progressively killing feeder roots and causing canopy decline; there is no cure once established; plant in raised, well-drained beds and treat preventively with phosphonate-based fungicide drenches. Avocado thrips (Scirtothrips perseae) scar the fruit skin with russet lines and cause leaf distortion — treat with spinosad. Laurel wilt, caused by Raffaelea lauricola and spread by ambrosia beetles, causes rapid death of avocado trees — no cure; monitor for fine sawdust-like frass at bark entry points.

Harvest & Storage

Avocados do not ripen on the tree — they can be held on the tree for months past maturity but only ripen after picking. Harvest maturity varies by variety: Hass darkens to purplish-black; green varieties remain green. Test by picking one fruit and leaving at room temperature — if it softens evenly within 5–7 days, the crop is ready. Once ripe, refrigerate for up to 5 days. To extend shelf life, refrigerate firm avocados and ripen at room temperature as needed.

Popular Varieties

"Hass" is the world's dominant commercial and home variety — rich, nutty, creamy flesh with small seed, excellent flavor, and the useful trait of turning dark when ripe. "Fuerte" is an older variety with large green fruits, thin skin, and a lighter, more buttery flavor — very cold-tolerant for avocados. "Bacon" is one of the hardiest avocado varieties, suited for zone 9 — medium-sized green fruit with a light, watery flavor. "Gem" is a recent Hass offspring with even richer flavor, more oval shape, and strong productivity on compact trees — growing in commercial and home popularity.

Where to Grow Avocado

Avocado can be grown in 350 cities across 7 regions worldwide

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Europe

80 cities
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Asia

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North America

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Africa

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South America

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Oceania

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Middle East

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🌍 Europe (80 cities)

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🌏 Asia (79 cities)

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Bali, ID hard
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Indore, IN hard
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🌎 North America (78 cities)

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Albuquerque, US hard
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Charlotte, US hard
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Chicago, US hard
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Louisville, US hard
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Lubbock, US hard
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Raleigh, US hard
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Salt Lake City, US hard
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San Diego, US hard
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Spokane, US hard
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🌍 Africa (39 cities)

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Abidjan, CI hard
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Accra, GH hard
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Addis Ababa, ET hard
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Algiers, DZ hard
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Arusha, TZ hard
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Bamako, ML hard
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Bloemfontein, ZA hard
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Cairo, EG hard
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Cape Town, ZA hard
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Casablanca, MA hard
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Dakar, SN hard
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Dar es Salaam, TZ hard
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Douala, CM hard
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Durban, ZA hard
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Entebbe, UG hard
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Harare, ZW hard
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Kampala, UG hard
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Kigali, RW hard
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Kinshasa, CD hard
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Lagos, NG hard
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Libreville, GA hard
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Lilongwe, MW hard
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Lome, TG hard
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Luanda, AO hard
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Lusaka, ZM hard
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Mombasa, KE hard
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Nairobi, KE hard
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Ouagadougou, BF hard
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Port Louis, MU hard
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Pretoria, ZA hard
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🌎 South America (39 cities)

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Arequipa, PE hard
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Barranquilla, CO hard
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Belem, BR hard
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Bogota, CO hard
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Brasilia, BR hard
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Buenos Aires, AR hard
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Cali, CO hard
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Campinas, BR hard
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Caracas, VE hard
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Cartagena, CO hard
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Concepcion, CL hard
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Cordoba, AR hard
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Curitiba, BR hard
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Cusco, PE hard
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Fortaleza, BR hard
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Georgetown, GY hard
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Goiania, BR hard
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Guayaquil, EC hard
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La Paz, BO hard
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Lima, PE hard
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Manaus, BR hard
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Medellin, CO hard
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Mendoza, AR hard
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Montevideo, UY hard
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Paramaribo, SR hard
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Port of Spain, TT hard
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Porto Alegre, BR hard
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Quito, EC hard
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Recife, BR hard
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Rio de Janeiro, BR hard
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Rosario, AR hard
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Salvador, BR hard
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Santa Cruz, BO hard
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Santiago, CL hard
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Sao Paulo, BR hard
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Valparaiso, CL hard
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🌊 Oceania (19 cities)

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Adelaide, AU hard
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Alice Springs, AU hard
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Auckland, NZ hard
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Brisbane, AU hard
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Cairns, AU hard
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Canberra, AU hard
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Christchurch, NZ hard
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Darwin, AU hard
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Dunedin, NZ hard
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Gold Coast, AU hard
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Hamilton, NZ hard
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Hobart, AU hard
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Melbourne, AU hard
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Perth, AU hard
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Wellington, NZ hard
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🕌 Middle East (16 cities)

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Amman, JO hard
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Baghdad, IQ hard
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Beirut, LB hard
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Doha, QA hard
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Dubai, AE hard
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Erbil, IQ hard
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Jeddah, SA hard
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Kuwait City, KW hard
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Manama, BH hard
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Muscat, OM hard
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Riyadh, SA hard
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Sana'a, YE hard
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Tabriz, IR hard
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Tehran, IR hard
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Tel Aviv, IL hard
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When should I plant avocado in my city?

The best time to plant avocado depends on your local climate zone. It thrives in temperatures between 18°C and 28°C. Wait until after the last frost in your area. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact dates.

Can I grow avocado in winter?

Avocado is not frost tolerant and cannot survive winter outdoors in most temperate climates. In tropical areas (USDA Zones 10+), it may grow year-round.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Avocado

When should I plant avocado?

The best time to plant avocado depends on your local climate. Avocado grows best in temperatures between 18°C and 28°C (can tolerate 5°C to 35°C). Avocado is not frost tolerant, so wait until after the last frost in your area. Check your city's planting calendar on GrowByCity for exact planting months.

Can avocado grow in tropical climates?

Yes! Avocado can grow in tropical climates. It's successfully grown in tropical cities like Abidjan, Abu Dhabi, Accra. Avocado requires full sun and regular watering.

How long does avocado take to grow?

Avocado typically takes 1095-1825 days from planting to harvest. It requires full sun and regular watering. Grafted trees fruit much sooner. Needs well-drained soil. Wait until soil warms to at least 18°C before transplanting outdoors — cold soil stunts growth and can invite root rot. Aim for about 2.5 cm of water per week, adjusting for rainfall. Organic mulch around the base helps maintain even moisture.

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Last updated: March 2026 · Climate data from NOAA, FAO, USDA

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