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Persea americana 'Zutano' (Mexican Strain)

Family Lauraceae
Plant Type fruit
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 10 - 20 m (35 - 65 ft)
Spread 6 - 24 m (20 - 80 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The fruit Persea americana 'Zutano' (Mexican Strain) (avocado) bears white blossoms during mid winter to mid-spring. This plant is spreading in form and has glossy, coarse textured, fragrant and semi-evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The stems are smooth in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Persea americana 'Zutano' (Mexican Strain) (avocado).
Typical Uses Culinary, fruit, shade, street planting, topiary and tropical.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.