Day Avocado Tree in 7-Gallon Pot Available in Jupiter, FL
The Day Avocado (Persea americana ‘Day’) is a compact, cold-tolerant, early-fruiting variety ideal for home gardeners in South Florida. Known for its smooth, thin green skin and mild, creamy flesh, the Day avocado produces dependable crops of medium-sized fruit with a clean, buttery flavor. Its manageable size and adaptability make it an excellent choice for smaller yards, food forests, or large containers.
This grafted Day Avocado tree in a 7-gallon pot is well-established and typically begins fruiting within 1–3 years under proper growing conditions.
Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):
Sunlight: Full sun—minimum 6 to 8 hours daily for best flowering and fruit production.
Watering: Moderate. Water deeply when the top 2–3 inches of soil are dry. Maintain consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development, but avoid waterlogged soil.
Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil enriched with compost. Excellent drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Fertilizer: Use a citrus or avocado fertilizer 3–4 times per year. Supplement with magnesium, iron, and zinc in sandy soils for optimal health and productivity.
Growth Habit: Compact and upright. Typically reaches 12–20 feet in-ground but can be maintained smaller with pruning. In a 7-gallon pot, trees are generally 3–5 feet tall.
Pollination Type: Type B. Produces best yields when planted near a Type A avocado variety.
Temperature: USDA Zones 9b–11. Cold hardy down to approximately 22°F once mature—making it one of the more cold-tolerant avocado options for Florida growers.
Maintenance: Low to moderate. Prune lightly after harvest to maintain structure and airflow. Apply mulch around the base (without touching the trunk) to protect shallow roots.
Harvest & Seasonality:
Planting Time: Best planted spring through early fall for strong root establishment.
Harvest Time: Summer to early fall—typically June through September in South Florida.
How to Harvest: Pick when fruit reaches mature size. Avocados ripen off the tree in 5–8 days at room temperature.
Fruit Characteristics: Medium-sized, pear-shaped fruit with smooth green skin. Flesh is mild, creamy, and low to medium oil content—excellent for slicing, salads, and guacamole.
Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Day avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, potassium, fiber, folate, and Vitamin E. They support cardiovascular health, reduce inflammation, promote satiety, and contribute to balanced energy levels.
Ideal For:
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South Florida backyard orchards
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Gardeners seeking cold-tolerant avocado varieties
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Smaller yards and container growing
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Early- to mid-season avocado harvests
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Pairing with Type A avocado varieties for increased production
Plant Classification:
Scientific Name: Persea americana ‘Day’
Common Name: Day Avocado
Plant Type: Tropical/subtropical fruit tree
Family: Lauraceae (laurel family)
Class: Dicot – Broadleaf evergreen
Growth Form: Compact, upright canopy
Evergreen/Deciduous: Evergreen—retains foliage year-round
Perennial or Annual: Perennial—produces fruit annually with proper care
Container Size: 7-gallon pot
