Growing Guide: Fantastic Avocado

Scientific Name Persea americana 'Fantastic'
Common Names Fantastic Avocado
Family Lauraceae (Laurel Family)
Origin Mexico (cold-hardy selection)
Plant Type Fruiting Tree
Life Cycle Perennial
Food Forest Layer Mid-Story / Canopy Layer
Mature Size 15–30 ft (prune to maintain smaller size)
Light Full Sun
Water Needs Low to Moderate
Harvest Season Late Summer to Early Fall
Time to Fruit 0-1 years from planting
Self-Fertile Yes (Type B flower)
Growth Rate Moderate to Fast
Zones USDA Zones 8B–10
Florida Native No
Propagation Grafted
Seasonal Characteristics Evergreen; thin-skinned, pear-shaped fruit