- Care for Your Potted Avocado Tree • Sunlight: Place the pot in a sunny location where it can get at least 6–8 hours of sunlight daily.
• Watering: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Overwatering can cause root rot.
• Pruning: Regularly trim the leaves and branches to encourage a bushier plant and prevent it from becoming too tall.
• Repotting: As the tree grows, transfer it to larger pots to accommodate its root system. - Fertilizing • Feed your tree with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
- Pollination • If you want your tree to bear fruit, remember that avocados are pollinated by insects. Indoor plants may need help with pollination using a small brush to transfer pollen between flowers.
- Patience is Key • Growing avocados from seed takes time. It can take 3–5 years or more for the tree to produce fruit, and some trees may not bear fruit at all. For faster results, consider starting with a grafted tree from a nursery.
By growing your own avocado tree, you save money, reduce your environmental impact, and enjoy the satisfaction of cultivating your own food.
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