{"product_id":"carmen-hass-avocado-tree-potted-jcjdu3","title":"Carmen Hass Avocado Tree (Potted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarmen-Hass Avocado Trees are a delightful variety for avocado enthusiasts, offering excellent flavor and two distinct crops per year. These trees produce smaller fruit compared to the traditional Hass variety, making them unique and highly desirable. This guide provides detailed information on how to grow and care for Carmen-Hass Avocado Trees to ensure you enjoy a successful harvest.\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics of Carmen-Hass Avocado Trees:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smaller fruit (6–14 oz), oval-shaped with black, medium-thick skin like Hass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent taste, perfect for various culinary uses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRipening Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two harvests annually, with the main one in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from frost below 32°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize and Growth Habits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature height of 25–30 ft, 15 ft spread, medium-spreading canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRootstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grafted onto Mexican Seedling for vigor and disease resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Type A avocado; needs nearby Type B (Bacon, Fuerte, Zutano) for best fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for Zones 9–10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect below 30°F with frost cloth or sprays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Carmen-Hass Avocado Trees:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, well-drained soil, frost protection needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enrich with compost; prefers pH 6.0–7.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dig wide hole, plant at nursery depth, water thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist during establishment; avoid drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use avocado fertilizer with zinc and iron as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintain size, remove dead\/diseased branches, promote airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross-pollinate with a Type B tree nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest and Disease Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor for lace bugs, thrips, mites, and fungal issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect young trees in frost-prone areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Successful Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Keep away from trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring Soil Moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a soil moisture meter; avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use windbreaks or shelters for young trees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupporting Branches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stake branches heavy with fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when fruit is full-sized. Ripen indoors; should yield to gentle pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be grown in large containers in colder climates. Use well-draining mix and full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Care Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIrrigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep water regularly. Use mulch to preserve moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization Schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young trees benefit from frequent light feeding; adjust as tree matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage beneficial insects and use treatments only when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure airflow, good pruning, and avoid overhead watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prioritize watering and fertilizing during the growing season; protect from frost in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy following these guidelines for growing and caring for Carmen-Hass 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\" grower’s 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. Contact us immediately if they do not.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Four Winds Growers","offers":[{"title":"Primo Size 18\"-36\"","offer_id":49535083610340,"sku":"FT606","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/0290\/0196\/files\/carmen-hass-avocado-tree-standard-potted_35f7987a-a020-4a5f-8f47-707beac05678.jpg?v=1785397905","url":"https:\/\/groworganics.shop\/products\/carmen-hass-avocado-tree-potted-jcjdu3","provider":"Westbridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}