Persea americana 'Fantastic' (Avocado) - Image 48

Botanical names: Persea americana, Persea gratissima

Common names: Avocado, Alligator Pear, Aguacate, Abacate

Cultivar: Fantastic

Family: Lauraceae

Origin: Southern Mexico

USDA Zone: 8b-11

Cold tolerance: 20°F

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Avocado
Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Avocado Fantastic (Persea americana cultivar Fantastic) red fruit hanging from a branch, close up
Avocado Fantastic (Persea americana cultivar Fantastic) red fruit hanging from a slender branch wit


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