{"product_id":"avocado-mexicola-grande","title":"Avocado Mexicola Grande","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMexicola Grande Avocado\u003c\/strong\u003e is a legendary, exceptionally cold-hardy Mexican-race avocado variety. It is highly celebrated by backyard orchardists for its ability to withstand freezing winter temperatures that would easily kill standard commercial varieties like the Hass. An improved, larger-fruited sport of the original 'Mexicola' seedling, it is an outstanding choice for growers in USDA Zones 8a and 9. The tree produces medium-sized, glossy, pear-shaped to elongated-ovoid fruit with paper-thin, completely smooth skin that turns a deep, striking jet-black when fully ripe. The pale green flesh has an incredibly high oil content, delivering a remarkably rich, buttery, and intensely nutty flavor that is widely considered among the finest of all cold-hardy avocados. One unique feature is its glossy black skin is paper-thin and entirely lacks the bitter tannins making it completely edible. The fruit can be eaten whole like a plum, with the skin adding a unique, subtle hint of spicy anise (licorice) flavor to the creamy flesh. The Mexicola Grande Avocado is a highly vigorous, fast-growing tree with an upright-to-rounded and spreading canopy. If left unpruned, it can quickly reach heights of 25 to 35 feet, forming a beautiful, lush landscape specimen.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e \/* This targets the table and the cells inside it *\/ table, td { border: 1px solid #444444; \/* Dark gray border *\/ border-collapse: collapse; \/* This merges the double lines into one clean line *\/ } \/* Adding some padding so the text isn't touching the borders *\/ td { padding: 10px; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9102%; height: 668.04px;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 28.6746%;\"\u003e \u003ccol style=\"width: 71.3093%;\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePersea americana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mexicola Grande'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 393.608px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 393.608px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage: Evergreen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 393.608px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen, glossy, and deep forest green. True to its pure Mexican-race lineage, the foliage releases a strong, highly aromatic anise (licorice) scent when crushed or bruised.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, multi-branched clusters of greenish-yellow blossoms. It is a Type A flowering variety, opening as female in the morning and male the following afternoon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium-sized, pear-shaped to elongated-ovoid. It features paper-thin, smooth, glossy black skin. The flesh is creamy with an exceptionally high oil content and a rich, nutty flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds: \u003c\/strong\u003eFeatures a single, relatively large seed that fits loosely within the cavity of the mature fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBark: \u003c\/strong\u003eSmooth and vibrant green on young, tender branches; transitions to a light grayish-brown, slightly textured, and fissured bark on mature trunks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Span: Perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e50 to 150+ years under optimal growing conditions, maintaining strong production for decades.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e25 to 35 feet if left unpruned, though it can easily be maintained at a lower height for home orchards.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width (Spread)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e15 to 20 feet, developing a beautiful, upright-to-rounded and spreading canopy.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003eFast. It is a vigorous grower that establishes its frame and canopy much quicker than standard commercial varieties.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 98.0114px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 98.0114px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\/Chill Hours \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 98.0114px;\"\u003eZone 8a to 11. It is incredibly frost-resilient, with mature trees safely tolerating temperatures as low as 15°F to 18°F for short durations. Requires roughly 100–200 chill hours. It triggers flowering based on seasonal warming trends rather than prolonged cold. (Low-chill)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLANT CARE \u0026amp; CHARACTERISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eFull Sun. \u003c\/em\u003eRequires a minimum of 8–10 hours of direct sunlight daily. Maximum sun exposure is critical for optimizing photosynthesis, driving its fast growth rate, and encouraging heavy flower production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e Moderate.\u003c\/em\u003e Needs regular, deep watering during the spring flowering and summer fruiting phases. However, it is sensitive to overwatering and should be allowed to dry out slightly between watering cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate to High \u003c\/em\u003e(For an Avocado). Thanks to its pure Mexican-race lineage, a mature and established Mexicola Grande possesses some of the highest drought tolerances among avocado varieties, though extended drought will still trigger fruit drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eExcellent Drainage Imperative\u003c\/em\u003e. Prefers loose, sandy loam, or gravelly soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It cannot tolerate heavy clay, hardpan, or soggy, waterlogged conditions which suffocate the roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e Low.\u003c\/em\u003e Deer will readily browse the tender new leaf flushes and young green twigs. Young trees should be protected with physical fencing or cages until the lower canopy grows above their reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePest\/Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eModerate. \u003c\/em\u003eHighly resilient against cold-induced root stress, but remains susceptible to \u003cstrong\u003ePhytophthora (Root Rot) \u003c\/strong\u003eif planted in poorly draining soil. It exhibits typical vulnerability to common orchard pests like mites, thrips, and avocado lace bugs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOLLINATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Type A\" Flowering Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Like all avocados, the Mexicola Grande uses a time-separated gender system (protogynous dichogamy) to encourage cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1 (Morning): \u003c\/strong\u003eThe flower opens for the first time as Female (receptive to pollen). It then closes at midday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay 1 (Afternoon): \u003c\/strong\u003eThe flower remains closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2 (Afternoon): \u003c\/strong\u003eThe exact same flower re-opens as Male (shedding pollen).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause its female stage occurs in the morning and its male stage occurs the following afternoon, it operates on a schedule that perfectly complements Type B varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9102%; height: 271.432px;\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 18.1074%; height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 81.8766%; height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.1074%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0,0\"\u003eFlowering Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8766%; height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,1,0\"\u003eType A\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.1074%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0,0\"\u003ePrimary Pollinator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8766%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,2,1,0\"\u003eHoneybees, solitary bees, hoverflies, and wasps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 78.4091px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.1074%; height: 78.4091px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0,0\"\u003eSelf-Fertility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8766%; height: 78.4091px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,3,1,0\"\u003eModerate to High.\u003c\/b\u003e In regions with cooler, variable spring temperatures, the morning and afternoon schedules often \"bleed\" together, creating a natural overlap where a single tree can pollinate itself successfully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.8068px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.1074%; height: 58.8068px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0,0\"\u003eBest Cross-Pollinator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8766%; height: 58.8068px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,4,1,0\"\u003eType B Varieties.\u003c\/b\u003e To achieve maximum commercial-grade yields, plant it near a Type B variety whose flowers release pollen in the morning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 36.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 18.1074%; height: 36.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0,0\"\u003eIdeal Partners\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 81.8766%; height: 36.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"7,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"AVOCADO JOEY\" href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/avocado-joey?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=dc6d22d05\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,5,1,0\"\u003eJoey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"AVOCADO BACON\" href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/avocado-bacon?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=045cfc853\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBacon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Zutano, or Fuerte.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARVEST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThe Mexicola Grande Avocado features a relatively rapid fruit-development cycle compared to commercial varieties like the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/avocado-hass?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ae1b60091\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"AVOCADO HASS\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Because it is a pure Mexican-race variety, it blooms early in the spring and ripens its fruit quickly, allowing you to harvest the entire crop in the late summer before any threat of early winter frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"2\" style=\"width: 99.9102%; height: 176.42px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 17.7301%; height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 82.4425%; height: 19.6023px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7301%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHarvest Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 82.4425%; height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"\u003eTypically \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eLate Summer to Early Fall\u003c\/b\u003e (usually August through October, depending on your local climate).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7301%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRipening Style\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 82.4425%; height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClimacteric.\u003c\/b\u003e The fruit matures on the branch but will not soften or become edible until \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"88\"\u003eafter\u003c\/i\u003e it is harvested from the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7301%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVisual Indicator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 82.4425%; height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,1,0\"\u003eThe skin undergoes a dramatic color shift, transitioning from a glossy forest green to a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"89\"\u003edeep, dark purple or jet black\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7301%; height: 39.2045px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTexture Indicator\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 82.4425%; height: 39.2045px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,1,0\"\u003eThe skin is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003epaper-thin and completely smooth\u003c\/b\u003e. When fully mature, the glossy sheen dulls slightly to a satin or matte finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Determine Fruit Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eBecause the Mexicola Grande has an exceptionally thin skin, leaving it on the tree too long can cause it to over-ripen on the branch or become a target for wildlife. Use these steps to gauge the perfect harvest window:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eMonitor the Color Change: \u003c\/strong\u003eWait until a significant portion of the fruit on the tree has fully turned dark purple or black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eListen for the Seed: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn some mature Mexicola Grande fruits, the large seed fits somewhat loosely in the cavity. If you gently shake a picked, mature fruit, you can sometimes feel or hear the seed rattle slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Countertop Sample: \u003c\/strong\u003ePick 2 or 3 fully dark fruits. Place them on the kitchen counter at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf they soften to a perfect, buttery consistency within 3 to 5 days without shriveling, your crop is officially ready to harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting Best Practices for a Delicate Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eNever Pull the Fruit: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause the skin is paper-thin, pulling the fruit can easily tear the skin around the stem, exposing the rich flesh to immediate rot. Always use sharp hand pruners to clip the stem, leaving a 1\/4-inch stub (the \"button\") attached to the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eHandle with Extreme Care: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe skin lacks the durable, woody armor of a Hass. Rough handling or dropping the fruit into a hard bucket will cause deep, internal bruising. Use a padded picking pole or gently place the harvested fruit into a lined basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Promptly: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnlike Hass avocados, which can \"store\" on the tree branches for months, the Mexicola Grande should be harvested relatively promptly once mature. Leaving them hanging too far into the autumn can cause the high-oil flesh to take on a watery texture or cause the fruit to drop prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"2\" style=\"width: 99.8582%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Status\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpected Yield (Fruit Count)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevelopment Focus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRapid Framework Building: Years 1-2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"\u003e0 Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVegetative Growth.\u003c\/b\u003e Strip away any spring flowers or tiny pea-sized fruits immediately. Because this variety grows \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003efast\u003c\/i\u003e, it needs to put 100% of its energy into building strong structural branches that won't snap under fruit weight later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFirst Harvest: Year 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,2,0\"\u003e15 – 25 Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,3,0\"\u003eThe first true sample of fruit. The tree is expanding rapidly and starting to form its characteristic rounded shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdolescent Production: Year 4\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,2,0\"\u003e40 – 70 Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,3,0\"\u003eCanopy volume increases significantly, and the root system is well established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEarly Maturity: Years 5-7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,2,0\"\u003e100 – 200 Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,3,0\"\u003eThe tree enters steady, reliable production, yielding roughly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"62\"\u003e50 to 80 lbs\u003c\/b\u003e of fruit annually.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 23.1437%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFull Maturity: Year 10+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center; width: 19.9231%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,2,0\"\u003e300 – 400+ Fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 56.9165%;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,3,0\"\u003eAt peak maturity, a well-managed Mexicola Grande can produce \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003e150+ lbs\u003c\/b\u003e of fruit. Because it grows larger than the semi-dwarf Joey, its total mature fruit volume per tree is naturally higher.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\/SHELF LIFE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnripe (Hard\/Green-Black)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,1,0\"\u003eRoom Temperature (Countertop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3 to 5 days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,1,3,0\"\u003eRipens very quickly. Keep in a single layer out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnripe (Hard\/Green-Black)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,1,0\"\u003eRefrigerator (Crisper Drawer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,2,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUp to 5–7 days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,2,3,0\"\u003eSusceptible to \"chill injury\" (sunken black spots) if kept below 40°F for too long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRipe (Soft\/Jet Black)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,1,0\"\u003eRoom Temperature (Countertop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,3,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 to 2 days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,3,3,0\"\u003eMust be consumed almost immediately; the thin skin offers zero barrier to over-ripening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRipe (Soft\/Jet Black)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,1,0\"\u003eRefrigerator (Airtight Container)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 to 3 days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,4,3,0\"\u003eHigh oil content keeps it creamy, but the flesh near the skin can oxidize quickly if delayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCut (Open Fruit)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,1,0\"\u003eRefrigerator (Sealed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2,5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 day\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"2,5,3,0\"\u003eHighly reactive to oxygen. Skin can be left on since it is edible, but the flesh browns fast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential Best Practices for Your Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. \u003cstrong\u003eThe Single-Layer Rule: \u003c\/strong\u003eNever stack unripe Mexicola Grande avocados in a deep bowl or basket. Because the skin is so delicate, the sheer weight of the fruits pressing against one another will cause deep, internal bruising long before they finish softening. Always spread them out in a single layer on a flat surface or tray while they ripen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eGauging Maturity Without Bruising: \u003c\/strong\u003eStandard avocados are often checked for ripeness by squeezing the center of the fruit, but doing this to a Mexicola Grande will instantly ruin the flesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check for ripeness by applying incredibly gentle pressure exclusively at the neck of the fruit right around the stem stub. If it yields slightly to your thumb there, it is ready to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eManaging the Edible Skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBecause the skin is paper-thin and lacks the bitter tannins found in thick-skinned varieties like the Hass, the skin of the Mexicola Grande is entirely edible. \u003c\/span\u003eSince the skin is edible and carries a unique, pleasant hint of anise (licorice) flavor, you don't need to peel it. However, because you are eating the skin, wash the fruit gently with cool water just before cutting, and avoid using any topical chemical sprays on the tree close to harvest time. Many enthusiasts eat the fruit whole like a plum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003ePreserving Cut Halves: \u003c\/strong\u003eBecause of its exceptionally high oil content, the flesh of a cut Mexicola Grande oxidizes (turns brown) very rapidly when exposed to air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf saving a half, keep the seed embedded in the flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoat the exposed green surface with lime juice or a thin brush of olive oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress plastic wrap directly against the flesh so there are no trapped air pockets, and store in the refrigerator for no more than 24 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5. \u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Preservation (Freezing): \u003c\/strong\u003eIf your tree delivers a heavy late-summer yield that you cannot keep up with, do not try to freeze the fruits whole. Instead, scoop the rich flesh out of the skins, mash it thoroughly with 1 tablespoon of lemon or lime juice per avocado (to lock in the green color), and pack it into a heavy-duty, vacuum-sealed freezer bag. It will store beautifully for 4 to 6 months for use in spreads, guacamole, or smoothies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cstrong\u003e Structural Training \u0026amp; Whipping (Years 1–3):\u003c\/strong\u003e Because Mexicola Grande grows so fast, it tends to produce long, lanky, \"whippy\" branches. If a heavy cluster of fruit sets on the tip of a long, thin branch, the limb will easily split or snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePinching and Heading: \u003c\/strong\u003eDuring the active spring and summer growing seasons of the first few years, pinch back the tips of exceptionally long shoots. This temporarily halts vertical elongation and forces the branch to grow thicker and stouter, creating a stronger structural framework.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablishing Low Scaffolds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Encourage 3 to 4 main, well-spaced \"scaffold\" branches starting low on the trunk. This distributes the future fruit weight evenly across a broad base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2. \u003cstrong\u003eSize Management \u0026amp; Topping:\u003c\/strong\u003e In a backyard or home orchard setting, letting a Mexicola Grande reach 30 feet makes harvesting its delicate, thin-skinned fruit nearly impossible without bruising them as they drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapping the Height: \u003c\/strong\u003eMaintain the tree at a manageable 12 to 15 feet by cutting the main upright central leaders back to a strong, outward-growing lateral branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Top: \u003c\/strong\u003ePerform this height-limiting pruning annually during late winter. Keeping the tree lower redirects its massive energy into horizontal fruit production rather than skyward wood production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. \u003cstrong\u003eOpening \"Light Chimneys\" in the Dense Canopy: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Mexicola Grande features an incredibly lush, dark green foliage mass. This density creates a total shadow zone in the interior of the tree, which can cause inner wood to die off and limits fruiting exclusively to the very outer shell of the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Window\" Method: \u003c\/strong\u003eEvery late winter, identify 1 or 2 large, crowded interior branches and remove them completely. This creates an open \"chimney\" or window that allows filtered sunlight to dapple the interior branches and the main trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Drives Fruiting: \u003c\/strong\u003eKeeping the interior illuminated ensures that the tree continues to produce fruit deep inside the canopy, maximize its yield per square foot, and keep air circulating to prevent fungal leaf spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. \u003cstrong\u003eCrucial Mexicola Grande Precautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beware of Sunscald: Because the canopy is so dense, the bark on the interior branches is highly sensitive and unaccustomed to direct sunlight. If you make a major pruning cut that suddenly exposes a large interior limb to intense afternoon sun, you must paint that bark with a 50\/50 mix of white interior latex paint and water to prevent the bark from burning, splitting, and inviting boring insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming is Critical: \u003c\/strong\u003eNever prune a Mexicola Grande in late summer or fall. Because it is a vigorous grower, pruning will trigger a massive flush of tender new leaves. If a sudden freeze hits in late autumn or early winter, this soft, unhardened wood will freeze instantly, potentially carrying frost damage deep into the heart of the tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Ideal Window: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe absolute best time to prune is late winter or early spring, right as the danger of the last hard frost has passed, but just before the tree begins its massive spring bloom and vegetative push.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRUNING SUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning Action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrategy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Goal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0,0\"\u003eTip Pinching\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,1,0\"\u003eSpring\/Summer (Early Years)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,2,0\"\u003eSnip the terminal buds of long, fast-growing shoots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,1,3,0\"\u003ePrevents lanky, \"whippy\" branches; builds thick structural wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0,0\"\u003eHeight Capping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,1,0\"\u003eAnnually (Late Winter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,2,0\"\u003ePrune the tallest vertical leaders back to a strong lateral branch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,2,3,0\"\u003eKeeps the canopy at a manageable 12–15 feet for easy picking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0,0\"\u003eInterior Thinning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,1,0\"\u003eAnnually (Late Winter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,2,0\"\u003eRemove selected crossing, weak, or crowded inward branches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,3,3,0\"\u003eOpens up light windows to keep interior fruiting wood alive and active.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0,0\"\u003eSkirt Raising\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,1,0\"\u003eAs Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,2,0\"\u003eTrim away any low-hanging branches within 2 feet of the ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,4,3,0\"\u003ePrevents thin-skinned fruit from dragging on soil and deters crawling pests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0,0\"\u003eDDD Removal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,1,0\"\u003eAny Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,2,0\"\u003eCut away \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"9\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,2,0\"\u003eD\u003c\/b\u003eead, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"15\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,2,0\"\u003eD\u003c\/b\u003eiseased, or \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"28\" data-path-to-node=\"16,5,2,0\"\u003eD\u003c\/b\u003eamaged wood as soon as it's spotted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"16,5,3,0\"\u003eStops the spread of wood-boring insects and fungal pathogens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Texas Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":55379112820904,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0517\/8359\/8248\/files\/EE8E0D49-36D8-411C-BE70-5EEDA3F30C08.jpg?v=1775311380","url":"https:\/\/texastreefarms.com\/products\/avocado-mexicola-grande","provider":"Texas Tree Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}