Choquette Avocado - Persea americana

Choquette Avocado (Persea americana)

The Choquette avocado tree produces creamy, oil-rich fruit that's perfect for slicing fresh into your favorite dishes, from toast to guacamole and beyond. This self-fertile variety thrives with minimal upkeep and stands up well against common pests and diseases, making it an excellent choice for both ground gardens and container cultivation. When you buy Choquette avocado online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a reliable tree that delivers abundant harvests during the late season.

Landscaping Uses

Plant your Choquette avocado in a sunny, sheltered location where it will receive 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. This tree performs beautifully as a specimen in warm-climate gardens, along property lines, or in large containers on patios and balconies. For container growing, choose a wide-diameter pot with excellent drainage and position it near south-facing windows or under grow lights for optimal results.

Specifications

Height: 20–30 feet (container-grown: smaller)
Width: 15–20 feet (container-grown: smaller)
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Water: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
Soil: Well-draining, fertile loam
USDA Zones: 9–11

Why Homeowners Love It

• Produces rich, buttery fruit ideal for fresh eating and culinary uses
• Self-pollinating variety ensures reliable fruit production without a second tree
• Remarkably hardy and disease-resistant for a low-maintenance growing experience
• Adapts equally well to in-ground planting or container gardening

Planting & Care

Choose a sunny, frost-protected location with good air circulation. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, straighten any circling roots, and plant so the tree sits at the same depth it was growing in its nursery container. For container planting, use a pot at least twice the size of the shipping container and fill with well-draining potting mix. Water young trees 2–3 times weekly during the first year; established trees need approximately 2 inches of water per week during warm months. Apply aged compost or worm castings at planting time, then fertilize established trees twice yearly with a balanced citrus formula. Prune out dead wood and weak V-shaped crotches, support with stakes during the first 1–2 years, and mulch well to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.