A summer-fruiting avocado with large, round, green fruit and rich, buttery, mild flesh, on a notably upright tree. A type-A variety that is fairly self-fertile but fruits best with a type-B partner; needs warmth and free-draining soil.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 8 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Reed Avocado
Botanically, Persea americana 'Reed' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Lauraceae family. It reaches around 8 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Cream green flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Reed Avocado
Reed 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
Reed 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
Reed Avocado is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Reed Avocado after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Reed Avocado in the garden
Reed Avocado earns its place for edible harvests, a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Reed Avocado with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
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