Discover an innovative way to grow healthy avocado trees in heavy clay soil. This video from Self Sufficient Me demonstrates ...

Pruning an avocado tree can be bad or good, depending on when and how you wield your pruning shears. For example, if cut too much off at once or prune at the wrong time, you could damage your tree and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ever whipped up the ultimate breakfast spread only to realize your avocado isn't ripe, or worse yet, ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Starting an avocado tree from a pit is like taking on a miniature gardening challenge. It’s the botanical equivalent of having a pet rock: low commitment with plenty of pay-off if ...

Growing an avocado from seed is one of those little projects that feels almost magical. You start with something that was headed for the compost bin and end up with a real, living plant. It’s easy, ...

If you're an avocado lover, you'll be happy to know that growing your own tree at home is possible. The subtropical plant thrives in warmer climates where it can grow up to 80 feet tall. In colder ...