Pancho Cold Hardy Avocado brings creamy, homegrown fruit to cooler yards without the tropical fuss. This compact, cold-tough selection handles brief chills better than standard avocados, so you can grow guacamole even where winters nip. Glossy evergreen leaves and a neat habit add year-round polish to patios and small landscapes.
Use Pancho as a statement tree in the ground or keep it container-sized on a sunny deck. Expect fragrant spring blooms and reliable crops once established. With sharp drainage, strong light, and simple seasonal care, Pancho rewards consistently.
Pancho Cold Hardy Avocado Care
Give 6–8+ hours of direct sun. Plant in fast-draining sandy or loamy soil; aim for pH 6.0–7.0 and avoid waterlogged sites. Water deeply when the top 2 inches are dry; keep evenly moist the first 1–2 years, then reduce frequency as roots establish. Mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch 4–6 inches away from the trunk. Feed lightly in spring and early summer with a citrus/avocado fertilizer containing micronutrients; pause feeding in late summer and winter.
Prune in late winter or after harvest to shape and control height; tip back long shoots and remove crossing or damaged wood. Cold tolerant once established, with brief dips to about 15–20°F; protect young trees during hard freezes with covers and trunk wraps. Typically partially self-fertile; pairing with a complementary A/B type nearby can increase fruit set.
Pancho Cold Hardy Avocado Spacing
Specimen: allow 15–20 ft of width and plant 15–25 ft from buildings, hardscape, pools, or septic lines for canopy and root clearance. For two trees (to boost pollination), space 15–20 ft apart. Screen: space 10–12 ft on center and tip-prune for density.
Containers: start with an 18–24 in diameter pot (16–18 in deep) with large drainage holes; use a coarse, well-draining mix and elevate on pot feet. Place outdoor containers 2–3 ft from a sunny, heat-reflecting wall for warmth and airflow; indoors for winter, set 1–2 ft from a south- or west-facing window or use a grow light 12–14 hours daily.
Why Grow Pancho Cold Hardy Avocado?
- Cold-hardy selection that stretches avocado growing into cooler regions
- Compact, container-friendly habit for patios, courtyards, and small yards
- Rich, creamy fruit for fresh eating, salads, and guacamole
- Evergreen foliage adds tropical texture and four-season structure
- Partially self-fertile, with bigger harvests when paired with a complementary type
Note: Keep the graft union above the soil line and remove any suckers from below it. Avoid waterlogged soils to prevent root rot, and keep leaves, bark, and seeds away from pets and livestock. Choose Pancho for a resilient, space-smart avocado that delivers flavor and foliage—season after season.
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Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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