A person tends to a small avocado tree in a white pot at home - KristiStudio/Shutterstock The first bite of a perfectly ripe avocado, with its notes of nuttiness and ...

On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

Avocado trees all over the island have been looking like they are dying. This insect is also found in other avocado growing areas like California and Florida and in regions where the Avocado is native ...

It may be too early to be optimistic, but damage from the avocado lace bug appears to be on the decline. This year’s avocado defoliation still continues to raise havoc with fruit production in some ...

Question. Several avocado trees grew from my compost pile and are now about twelve feet tall. When do I trim them to make them fuller and keep the fruits within easy reach? Answer. Young avocado trees ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. How does one grow avocado trees in Orleans Parish? If an avocado tree ...

A new kind of avocado — created by UC Riverside researchers — may be appearing in grocery stores in coming years. The Luna UCR avocado will soon be marketed to growers worldwide, though it will be a ...

Learn how to grow an avocado tree indoors as a beautiful houseplant. Avocado trees, or one started with an avocado pit, can be grown indoors as attractive houseplants with the right care. These plants ...

Learn how to grow an avocado tree indoors as a beautiful houseplant. An avocado pit is relatively easy to sprout into a new ...