Cold Hardy Avocado Tree (Persea americana 'Mexicola Grande') — mature, planted

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Cold Hardy Avocado Tree

Name: Cold Hardy Avocado Tree
Brand: Arbor Buddy
SKU: CHA-1G
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Persea americana 'Mexicola Grande'

The most cold-tolerant avocado - rich, buttery fruit and self-fertile to boot.

$60

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Height: 1-2 ft.

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1-2 ft.

$60

Edible FruitCold HardySelf-PollinatingPatio / ContainerEvergreen

Built to anchor your landscape

A steady, moderate grower that fills in handsomely over a few seasons.

Growth rate: Moderate
Mature size: 15 ft. - 20 ft. tall · 10 ft. - 15 ft. wide
Hardy in: USDA zones 8–11

Edible Fruit
Cold Hardy
Self-Pollinating
Patio / Container

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Grown to thrive. Established, well-rooted plants shipped at the right size — not bare twigs.

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About this tree

The Cold Hardy 'Mexicola Grande' Avocado is the toughest avocado for home growers, tolerating brief dips into the low 20s F once established. It grows to 15-20 ft. tall and 10-15 ft. wide and is hardy in USDA zones 8-11, producing small, thin-skinned fruit with exceptionally rich, buttery flavor. It's self-fertile, so a single tree will set fruit, and it adapts well to large containers in cooler climates. Plant in full sun with fast-draining soil for years of homegrown avocados.

USDA hardiness zones 8–11

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height: 15 ft. - 20 ft.
Mature width: 10 ft. - 15 ft.
Growth rate: Moderate
USDA zones: 8-11
Sunlight: Full Sun
Water needs: Moderate
Soil: Well Drained
Spacing: 12 ft. - 15 ft.

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun and well drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 12 ft. - 15 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Water deeply about once a week while it establishes, then ease off as roots take hold.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How cold can it tolerate?+

Once established, 'Mexicola Grande' can withstand brief dips into the low 20s F, making it the most cold-hardy avocado available.

Do I need two trees for fruit?+

No. It's self-fertile, though a second avocado nearby can increase your yields.

Can I grow it in a pot?+

Yes. In zones colder than 8 grow it in a large container and move it indoors or into a garage for winter.

What zones can it grow outdoors?+

It's hardy in the ground across USDA zones 8 through 11.

Shipping

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Orders under $99: $20 flat
Lead time: Ships in 1–2 weeks via ground carrier

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	Cold Hardy Avocado TreeThis tree	Honeycrisp Apple Tree	Meyer Lemon Tree	Chicago Hardy Fig Tree	Arbequina Olive Tree
Mature height	15 ft. - 20 ft.	12 ft. - 15 ft.	6 ft. - 10 ft.	10 ft. - 15 ft.	15 ft. - 20 ft.
Mature width	10 ft. - 15 ft.	10 ft. - 12 ft.	4 ft. - 6 ft.	9 ft. - 12 ft.	12 ft. - 15 ft.
Growth rate	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate	Fast	Moderate
Sunlight	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun
USDA zones	8–11	3–8	8–11	5–10	8–11

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