Author: Gerardo Gonzalez

They do well if mulched with a coarse yard mulch. A coarse yard mulch is one that is woody and in pieces about 2 inches in diameter. Redwood bark will work and maybe cocoa bean husks and shredded tree bark. Coarse yard mulch is available at some garden supply centers. Should I put mulch around […]

People start avocado trees from pits or purchase grafted named varieties at the nursery. The trees started from seeds can produce fruit. Grafted trees will produce fruit sooner and generally of better quality than seed grown types. Will planting an avocado seed produce fruit? Any avocado seed can grow an avocado plant but not necessarily […]

Avocado plants are fast growers, sprouting up to 30 inches a year. You may need to stake your avocado houseplant as it grows tall, but you can prune it to the height you desire. How long will an avocado houseplant live? An avocado tree planted outdoors can live for hundreds of years. How long will […]

This fact leads to the question, “Can avocado trees grow indoors?” The simple answer to this question is yes. In fact, there are several dwarf varieties, which can help the cold and temperate season gardener produce the healthy fruits in their own home. Can avocados bear fruit in pots? Fruiting an Avocado As container plants, […]

The Right to Water. Avocado production is highly water-intensive, roughly 70 liters per fruit, more than 12 times as much as it takes to grow a tomato. (Avocados, like tomatoes, are a fruit, not a vegetable.) How much water does an avocado tree need? Most avocado roots stay in the top six inches of soil, […]

The FDA said scientists who studied skin samples from 1,615 avocados, found the overall prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes to be 17.73 percent. The researchers also found that refrigerating the avocados in water only allowed the bacteria to migrate from the outside of the fruit to the inside. Can you get sick from avocado? Avocados are […]

The amount of roots in the sandy soil (8,646 g dry weight) is almost four times the amount in the clay one (2,650 g). In both soils, most of fine roots are located from 0- 60 cm depth and a high percentage of roots (40%) is outside the individual basin for irrigation, particularly in the […]

Dark green or gray flesh can mean chilling injury. The avocado that was pristine when we cut into it but left out to brown for a few hours, on the other hand, was harder to differentiate from the freshly-cut one: Maybe it tasted slightly bitter… Why is my avocado GREY inside? Mold. Mold on avocados […]

Dark, stringy flesh A rotten one has brown or black spots throughout the flesh (2). Yet, an isolated brown spot may be due to bruising, rather than widespread spoilage, and can be cut away. Another possible sign of rotting is dark streaks in the flesh. Is it OK to eat an avocado if it’s brown […]

Most people see results within ten days. The antioxidants in avocado leaves can also help relax blood vessels. While this won’t bring down your LDL, or “bad cholesterol,” it can provide lower blood pressure. For best results, brew yourself avocado tea three times or more per week. When should I drink avocado seed tea? Health […]

It works because onions contain sulfur, which prevents the enzyme from interacting with the air. Just put the cut avocado in an airtight container with a piece of onion, cover with a lid and store in the refrigerator. It should keep for a couple of days. Do onions prevent avocados from browning? Onions aren’t just […]

Avocado Strengthens Hair Avocados are rich in protein as well as Vitamin B, which is an essential vitamin for optimal hair health. These, along with those good fats and Vitamin E, make the hair strong, healthy, soft and shiny. Is avocado a protein treatment for hair? In this article I outline the steps to create […]

Preparation Slice the avocado in half, pit, then scoop out the inside flesh into a large mixing bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil or coconut oil (I prefer coconut oil). Add 2 tablespoons organic raw honey. Mix together until smooth. Apply to hair. Put on a shower cap. Let sit for 60 minutes. Rinse! […]

Both olive oil and avocado have moisturizing properties, so they’ll leave hair feeling soft and looking shiny. Olive oil soothes frizz, treats damage and helps get rid of tangles. Avocados contain biotin, a vitamin that may make hair and nails stronger. Is olive oil and avocado oil good for hair? Biotin, vitamin B-5, and vitamin […]

Egg yolks, as opposed to egg whites, are proven to promote hair growth. 1 To make the mask, whisk the egg to a frothy liquid, stir in the coconut oil, and add the finely mixed avocado. When combined, apply the mask to towel dry hair from roots to ends. Cover with a plastic cap and […]

It contains vital nutrients and minerals, which can be beneficial to your hair, skin, and overall systems. Avocado oil may help to support a healthy scalp and hair strands, but it’s unlikely to regrow any significant amount of. In some cases, it may not help to promote hair growth at all. Is avocado oil good […]

Avocado nourishes and protects the hair, stimulates growth and unclogs follicles. Sweet almond oil helps to bring out your hairs natural shine and beauty. It also softens the hair and allows it to keep its elasticity, which keeps hair strong, manageable and growing. Which type of oil is best for hair? Here’s a list of […]

To avoid sunburn, keep trees in a shaded area before planting. If this is not possible, tree trunks can be painted to avoid sunburn. A common painting formula is 50% diluted, white, acrylic, water soluble, outdoor paint. This solution can be easily applied with a knapsack sprayer or directly with a paintbrush. Can an avocado […]

Avocado oil is an excellent choice for low porosity hair because it can penetrate your hair’s cuticles. As a result, nutrients and moisturizing properties can reach inside your hair instead of remaining on top. Is avocado oil good for low porosity? Whilst Avocado Oil is considered a heavier oil compared to the one listed above, […]

Farmers stump their trees to bring new life back to them. “It’s kind of an age-old practice,” said Gary Bender, University of California Cooperative Extension farm advisor in San Diego County. “I think avocado is the only tree you can do that with. They’re so hardy that they come back very readily from a stump.” […]