- Light : essential, but avoid full sun in summer.
- Watering : about once a week, depending on the ambient temperature.
- Pruning : Pinch back young stems when they reach 30 cm to encourage a bushier silhouette.
- Feeding : A little organic fertilizer once a month will make a real difference .
And the fruits?
Let’s face it : growing an avocado tree is a long journey. It takes between 3 and 5 years to hope to see the first fruits appear… and even then, provided the tree is well-developed. A tip to maximize your chances: graft a branch from an already productive avocado tree onto yours.
Common Minor Problems? Here Are the Solutions!

- Yellowing leaves? Reduce watering : too much moisture can suffocate the roots.
- Inert core? Check the temperature ( between 18 and 25°C ) and the frequency of water renewal.
- Slow growth? Give it more light and a little patience , it works too!
