Avocado ‘Bacon’ is a sub-tropical, evergreen tree that produces creamy, delicious avocados that ripen winter. Fruits usually grow to about 10-12 ounces with green skin. Type B variety. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 30‘ tall, 30′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Moderate
- Sunset Zone: 9, 15-24
- Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Evergreen, Attracts Birds, Fruiting, Edible Fruit
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Plant in well draining, nitrogen enriched soil. Protect from frost in the first few years after planting. ‘Bacon’ is a Mexican variety of avocado and is a B-type with flowers blooming female in the morning, receptive to pollen in the afternoon, then reopen as males the next morning to shed the pollen. Plant with an A-type such as ‘Hass’ to ensure good production.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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