Avocado-Tonnage Type B
Tonnage Avocado Tree: Key Features
- Average Height & Width: 15 to 20 feet tall; 12 to 15 feet wide
- Does it Grow Well in a Container?: Yes, with proper care and regular pruning
- Cold Temperature: Down to 30°F
- Sun Requirements: Full sun
- Common Names: Tonnage Avocado
- Scientific Name: Persea americana
- USDA Zone: 9b to 11
- Type: Type B
- Fruit Production Months: Typically from late fall to early spring (November to March)
- Growth Rate: 2 to 3 feet per year
Taste
The Tonnage Avocado is prized for its creamy, buttery texture and rich, nutty flavor. Its flesh is smooth and ideal for a variety of dishes, from salads and sandwiches to dips and spreads. The taste is well-balanced, making it a versatile ingredient in both savory and sweet preparations.
Why Plant a Type A and Type B Avocado Tree Together?
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Improved Pollination: Avocado trees have a unique flowering system with Type A and Type B trees opening their flowers at different times. Type B avocados, like the Tonnage, have flowers that open as female in the afternoon and as male the next morning, while Type A trees open their flowers as female in the morning and as male in the afternoon. Planting both types together ensures that pollen from one type can effectively fertilize the flowers of the other type, leading to better fruit set and increased yields.
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Increased Fruit Yield: Cross-pollination between Type A and Type B avocado trees can lead to significantly higher fruit production. The process of cross-pollination helps improve fruit set and overall yield by enhancing the transfer of pollen.
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Extended Harvest Period: Different avocado types can have varied fruiting times. By planting both Type A and Type B trees, you can potentially extend the avocado harvest season, ensuring a longer period of fresh avocados.
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