{"product_id":"bacon-avocado-tree-potted-dqtvvk","title":"Bacon Avocado Tree (Potted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBacon Avocado Trees are a popular choice for avocado lovers, particularly those living in areas with lower winter temperatures. Known for their creamy, buttery flesh and mild flavor, Bacon Avocados are perfect for salads, slices, or spreading on toast. This guide will provide detailed information on growing and caring for Bacon Avocado Trees, ensuring you can enjoy their delicious fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eDue to hot summer temperatures, we have temporarily suspended tree shipments to the states of NM, TX, OK, NV and AZ.  Shipping to these states will resume in the fall once temperatures subside to levels consistent with safe healthy tree shipment. Shipments to other states will require expedited shipping during the summer months. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThank you for your patience and understanding as we prioritize the protection of your order.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics of Bacon Avocado Trees:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized fruit (10–12 oz) with medium-thin green skin that's easy to peel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy, buttery flesh with a mild flavor ideal for versatile use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRipening Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripens from December to March for fresh winter avocados.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates temperatures down to 26 °F—ideal for cooler climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium upright growth; reaches up to 20 feet without pruning but height is easily managed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRootstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grafted onto Mexican Seedling rootstock for vigor and disease resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type B avocado; plant a Type A (e.g., Hass, Pinkerton, or Reed) nearby for best yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Bacon Avocado Trees:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a sunny, well-drained spot with room for growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add compost for fertility and drainage; pH 6.0–7.0 is preferred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Plant at nursery depth, backfill, and water thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist during establishment; avoid letting it dry out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use avocado-specific fertilizer and micronutrients like zinc and iron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain manageable size and airflow; pruning helps control tree height and improves harvest access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross-pollinate with a nearby Type A avocado tree for better fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest and Disease Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor for lace bugs, mites, and fungal issues; apply good sanitation and watering practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use frost cloth or sprays during cold spells in frost-prone regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips for Successful Growing:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps retain moisture and control temperature. Keep mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring Soil Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a soil meter and avoid overwatering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect young trees using windbreaks or tree shelters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting Branches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use stakes for fruit-heavy branches to prevent breakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest between December and March. Let fruit ripen indoors—ripe fruit will yield to gentle pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy following these guidelines for growing and caring for Bacon Avocado Trees, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of delicious avocados. With proper attention to their needs, these trees will reward you with years of culinary delight and ornamental beauty. Happy gardening!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese trees, measured from the top of the root ball, are 18–36” tall, with a trunk diameter between 1\/4–1\/2 inch. The trees are 12–18 months old and should start bearing fruit in their 5th year. They are planted in a 5x12\" growers pot. Within a month of delivery we suggest repotting into a larger (10\"–12\" diameter) container or planting directly in the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information, please enjoy our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/blogs\/articles\/how-to-grow-avocados-a-growing-guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eResource Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for planting and growing avocado trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/blogs\/articles\/fruit-trees\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFruit Tree Central\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit tree videos and articles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit \u0026amp; nut tree growing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eOrders are sent to the grower as soon as the purchase is made. All sales are final.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrder by Thursday to ship the following Wednesday. Avocados cannot ship with other potted trees. *Avocados cannot ship during periods of very cold or very hot temperatures, therefore shipment of your trees will depend on the weather in your area. Avocado trees cannot be delayed to ship.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThese are evergreen trees and thus the dormant bare root guarantee does not apply. Your trees will arrive in good, viable condition. 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