The leading commercial avocado, with pebbly skin that purples when ripe and rich, creamy, nutty flesh. A type-A flowering evergreen that crops better with a type-B variety such as Bacon nearby and needs frost-free warmth and excellent drainage.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 8 m H × 5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Hass Avocado
Persea americana 'Hass' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Lauraceae family. It reaches around 8 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Cream green flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Hass Avocado
Hass Avocado suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Hass Avocado does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Hass Avocado does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Hass Avocado after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is moderate maintenance.
Using Hass Avocado in the garden
Hass Avocado earns its place for edible harvests, a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate as Hass Avocado. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Buying Hass Avocado
Plant Sale lists Hass Avocado as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
