By TBI Team
5. Keep the container in ample sunlight
Avocado plants thrive in sunlight. Position your pot in a well-lit area like a balcony or near a window that gets plenty of light.
6. Graft for better yield
Begin grafting 60-90 days after transplanting, once the seedling’s stem is about the size of a pencil. For this, align and tape the graft between the mother plant’s sprout and a sapling stem. Leave the setup undisturbed for a month, then remove the tape when new growth appears. Grafting helps improve avocado production and fruit quality.
7. Supporting growth
Use balanced fertilisers to promote healthy growth. Follow a fertilisation schedule appropriate for your variety and soil condition. Additionally, prune young trees to encourage a strong structure and manageable size, ideally around 10 to 12 feet for ease of harvesting.
8. When to water
In summer, water twice a week, but only once every 15 days in winter. The soil should remain moist but not waterlogged. Only keep the soil moist. Yellowing leaves indicate overwatering, so adjust accordingly.
9. Monitoring and maintenance
Ensure the environment maintains temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius. Good air circulation is crucial for growth.
10. When to harvest
Avocados take about 5-7 years to bear fruit when grown from seed or 2-3 years from a grafted tree. Avocados should be harvested when their colour changes to a dark green or nearly black. Bright green avocados are typically not ready for harvest and should remain on the tree until they mature.