{"product_id":"fuerte-avocado-grafted-and-cold-tolerant","title":"Fuerte Avocado - Grafted and Cold Tolerant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuerte Avocado (Persea americana)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuerte Avocado is of a medium-to-large size, elongated and pear-shaped, with a thick, yellow, slightly oily flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts deliciously rich, creamy flavor is praised in particular for its nutty undertones often likened to hazelnut, and a finish that’s quite clean, almost grassy in nature. This avocado is a green-skinned variety with darker speckles, meaning it does not darken as it ripens; instead, ripeness can be judged when the avocado gently yields to pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant is Type B, 2+ years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6 and 6.5.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Water deeply at regular intervals, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings to avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Thrives between 15°C and 30°C. Frost protection is necessary in cooler climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilising: Fertilize with a balanced NPK ratio such as 10-10-10 every three months during the growing season. Avocados also benefit from additional zinc, so consider a fertilizer that includes micronutrients or add a zinc supplement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: Prune in early spring to shape the tree and remove any dead or diseased wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulching: Use organic mulch to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and add nutrients back to the soil as it decomposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest Control: Monitor for pests like aphids, mites, and scale, treating with appropriate pesticides as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering and Fruiting: Avocado trees have self-incompatible flowers; having multiple varieties can improve pollination and fruit set. Fruit typically matures 6 to 18 months after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotting: While avocados can be grown in large pots, they perform best planted in the ground. Ensure adequate drainage in containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeeding Regime: Supplement with phosphorus and potassium-heavy fertilizers during the flowering and fruiting stages to support fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Exotica NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67589489983739,"sku":"FURTEAVO","price":119.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/3826\/3803\/files\/FuerteAvocado.jpg?v=1790554629","url":"https:\/\/farmfreshdirect.co.nz\/products\/fuerte-avocado-grafted-and-cold-tolerant","provider":"Farm Fresh Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}