Avocado-Mexicola Type A

Mexicola Avocado Tree: Key Features

• Average Height & Width: 15 to 20 feet tall; 10 to 15 feet wide
• Does it Grow Well in a Container?: Yes, with regular pruning and proper care
• Cold Temperature: Down to 20°F
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Common Names: Mexicola Avocado
• Scientific Name: Persea americana
• USDA Zone: 8b to 11
• Type: Type A
• Fruit Production Months: Typically from late summer to fall (August to October)
• Growth Rate: 2 to 3 feet per year

Taste

The Mexicola Avocado is known for its unique flavor and texture. It has a slightly nutty taste with a rich, buttery texture that is not as creamy as other avocado varieties. The flesh is smooth and has a more pronounced, robust flavor that works well in both savory and sweet dishes. The skin is thin and dark, making it easy to peel.

Why Plant a Type A and Type B Avocado Tree Together?

1. Enhanced Pollination: Avocado trees have a unique flowering system where Type A and Type B trees open their flowers at different times. Type A avocados, like the Mexicola, have flowers that open as female in the morning and as male in the afternoon. Planting a Type B avocado tree nearby, which has the opposite flowering schedule, ensures effective cross-pollination. This process improves the chances of successful fertilization and increases fruit production.

2. Increased Yield: By planting both Type A and Type B avocado trees, you enhance the likelihood of fruit set. Cross-pollination between the two types leads to better fruit development and higher yields compared to a single type.

3. Extended Harvest Season: Having both types of avocados in your garden can extend the harvest season. Different avocado varieties can have overlapping but not identical fruiting periods, allowing you to enjoy fresh avocados over a longer period.