Two easy methods exist and work for all types of avocados.
Two common varieties available in most markets areHassand Reed avocados.
For the home grower,avocado treesare most often kept as houseplants rather than to produce fruit.
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First, a tree started from seed can take several years to yield fruit.
Finally, avocado trees do not self-pollinate.
Two different varieties are needed and trees grown indoors must be hand-pollinated.
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you might make the cut along the length or around the middle of the fruit.
Either way, avoid cutting too deep which can damage the seed.
Twist apart the cut halves, then gently rotate the seed to loosen and remove it from the flesh.
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Remove the Outer Skin
Rinse the seed to remove any clinging flesh.
Use your fingernail or the edge of a spoon to peel off the brown outer skin.
Removing the skin helps prevent moldy growth.
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Avoid placing toothpicks along grooves in the seed.
The top of the seed is the more pointed end so angle the toothpicks in this direction.
The bottom of the seed shows a small flat circle.
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This is the portion to go in water.
Consistently warm temperatures between 75 and 85F produce the best results.
Once the tap root appears, the seed can be transplanted into regular potting soil.
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It often has a small circular scar.
Avocado seeds should be rooted immediately after they are removed from the fruit.
Sprouting is not impossible but highly unlikely with a dried seed.
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Growing Avocado from Seed.University of California Cooperative Extension Service Ventura County.
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