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How wet should avocado soil be?
When the roots are thick and the stem has leaves again, plant it in a rich humus soil in a 10½-inch-diameter pot, leaving the seed half exposed. Water it frequently, with an occasional deep soak. The soil should be moist but not saturated.
Do avocados like rain?
There is sufficient annual rainfall to meet the needs of the avocado trees in most growing regions, however this rainfall does not always occur consistently throughout the year. Insufficient water will reduce the performance of avocado trees.
How often should I water an avocado?
As a general rule, avocado trees do best when their soil is allowed to dry out between waterings. A potted avocado tree or a newly planted avocado tree should generally be watered every two to three days, while a mature planted tree can be watered once a week.
Why is my avocado plant leaves drooping?
Avocado plants most commonly droop when they have been overwatered, but they can also droop when they are kept in a pot that's too small, underwatered, not giving enough light, or suffering from transplant shock.
What is the best time to plant an avocado tree?
The best time to plant avocados is through spring and summer. Buy a grafted avocado tree, as seed-grown avocados are un-reliable and wont produce fruit for a long time. You can buy avocado trees from your local garden centre or nursery.
Will avocados grow in sandy soil?
Although they like extra water during dry periods, they hate boggy conditions, so good drainage is essential. Soil should be sandy and well composted to ensure good drainage. Avocados grow well on sloping ground, where water does not settle around the roots.