There’s nothing better than freshly prepared guacamole—especially when it's made with perfectly ripe avocados. In fact, you can even grow these delicious fruits indoors, whether it's in your living ...

Have you ever reached for avocados in the grocery store and thought, "I wonder if I can grow my own tree and harvest the fruit myself?" The answer, believe it or not, is yes. The subtropical plant, ...

Avocado trees have specific watering needs that are quite different from other trees, thanks to their shallow root system.

Learn how to grow an avocado tree indoors as a beautiful houseplant. An avocado pit is relatively easy to sprout into a new ...

A person tends to a small avocado tree in a white pot at home - KristiStudio/Shutterstock The first bite of a perfectly ripe avocado, with its notes of nuttiness and ...

AVOCADOS are an ideal addition to any meal, whether it be on toast, in your salad or as a side dish. But did you know you could grow your own avocado tree at home? Here's how to grow an avocado tree ...

Pruning an avocado tree is only bad if you do it wrong. Here's how to prune your tree properly. Pruning an avocado tree can be bad or good, depending on when and how you wield your pruning shears. For ...

Growing an avocado plant is a rite of passage in the house plant world. If you haven’t germinated your own avocado can you really call yourself a plant parent? Native to Mexico and Central America, as ...

On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

While avocado trees can be sulky, Kem Ormond reckons they're worth the effort. Photo / 123rf Kem Ormond is a features writer for The Country. She’s also a keen gardener. This week, she’s giving you ...