A person tends to a small avocado tree in a white pot at home - KristiStudio/Shutterstock The first bite of a perfectly ripe avocado, with its notes of nuttiness and ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Starting an avocado tree from a pit is like taking on a miniature gardening challenge. It’s the botanical equivalent of having a pet rock: low commitment with plenty of pay-off if ...

This video shows how to successfully plant avocado trees in areas containing clay soil. Root rot disease and poor soil drainage is the number 1 reason why avocados fail and die but this method helps ...

There’s nothing better than freshly prepared guacamole—especially when it's made with perfectly ripe avocados. In fact, you can even grow these delicious fruits indoors, whether it's in your living ...

Avocado trees have specific watering needs that are quite different from other trees, thanks to their shallow root system.

Q: I have an avocado tree that is over 50 years old. It produces delicious fruit that I love to watch as they grow to maturity. However, over the years I’ve noticed that a portion of them (maybe 10-20 ...

The Metropolitan Water District plans to cut water supplies to its member agencies by 10 percent - which could mean a lot less water for you. The decision today is the result of California's nagging ...