There’s no doubt that the avocado is the fruit of the day, whether you spread it on your toast or eat it as guacamole. Rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, essential fats and fiber, this is ...

An avocado pit is relatively easy to sprout into a new plant. Then you'll need to know how to grow an avocado tree indoors because these plants aren't hardy in most areas of the country. They can be ...

Just about any dish can benefit from avocados. Whether you'd like to take omelets, salads, sandwiches or smoothie recipes to the next level, nutrient-rich avocados are a great choice. This ...

Question: I’d like to grow my own fruit trees, but I’m short on space. Can I grow fruit trees in containers? Answer: We’re happy to say yes, you can. One of the great pleasures in life is picking ...

A: Yes, you can grow a tree. But you will probably never grow fruit. I have personal experience here, but I encourage you to grow a tree. It is a great experience. Growing up, my parents were plant ...

Five things to do in the garden this week: 1. When planted now, trees of tropical and subtropical origin such as citrus, mango, avocado, macadamia, star fruit, and cherimoya, as well as passion fruit ...

“All major fruit tree species tend to do better with spring planting,” Slack says. But it’s important to work around frost ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. How does one grow avocado trees in Orleans Parish? If an avocado tree ...

Q: We have an Avocado tree that is not doing well. It was planted last spring and is on a drip system, however it is looking “sad.” What can we do to save this tree? A: Avocado trees are a popular ...