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Avocado-Joey Type B

Avocado-Joey Type B

$59.00 - $159.00
$159.00
$59.00 - $159.00
$159.00

Joey Avocado Tree: Key Features

  • Average Height & Width: 10 to 15 feet tall; 8 to 10 feet wide
  • Does it Grow Well in a Container?: Yes, with appropriate pruning and care
  • Cold Temperature: Down to 25°F
  • Sun Requirements: Full sun
  • Common Names: Joey Avocado
  • Scientific Name: Persea americana
  • USDA Zone: 9b to 11
  • Type: Type B
  • Fruit Production Months: Typically from late summer to fall (August to October)
  • Growth Rate: 2 to 3 feet per year

Taste

The Joey Avocado is known for its rich, creamy texture and mildly sweet flavor. It has a smooth, buttery consistency that is ideal for making guacamole or enjoying on its own. The flesh is light green with a slightly nutty taste, making it a versatile ingredient for a range of dishes. The skin is thin and dark purple to nearly black when ripe, adding to its aesthetic appeal.

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

  1. Improved Pollination: Avocado trees are unique in that they have a flowering pattern that necessitates cross-pollination for optimal fruit set. Type A trees, like the Joey Avocado, have flowers that open as female in the morning and as male in the afternoon. Conversely, Type B trees open their flowers as female in the afternoon and as male in the morning. Planting both types together allows for effective cross-pollination, enhancing fruit set and overall yield.

  2. Enhanced Fruit Production: By planting both Type A and Type B avocado trees, you improve the chances of successful fertilization. This is because the overlapping flowering schedules of the two types facilitate better pollination between them, leading to increased fruit production.

  3. Extended Harvest Season: Having both types of avocados in your garden can help extend the harvest period. Different varieties often have overlapping but staggered fruiting times, which allows you to enjoy fresh avocados over a more extended period rather than having a concentrated harvest season.

Most of the Tampa Bay Area is Zone 9b but you can search for your specific zip code By clicking here