{"product_id":"grafted-monroe-avocado-tree-persea-americana-west-indian-guatemalan-hybrid-type-b-flowering-usda-zones-9b-moderate-cold-tolerance","title":"Grafted “Monroe” Avocado Tree – Persea americana  West Indian × Guatemalan Hybrid | Type B Flowering USDA Zones 9B+ • Moderate Cold Tolerance","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eGrow one of Florida’s most reliable late-season avocados with this grafted “Monroe” Avocado Tree, a vigorous West Indian × Guatemalan hybrid known for its heavy production, large fruit size, and smooth, creamy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eThis is a true grafted tree, not a seedling, ensuring consistent fruit quality and earlier production compared to seed-grown plants. Monroe is a strong, upright grower that produces impressive fruits weighing approximately 1.5 to 2.5 pounds each, with glossy green skin and rich, mild, nutty flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"921\"\u003eFruit matures from November through January, with peak flavor typically in December. This variety is moderately cold tolerant down to approximately 25°F once established and performs best in USDA Zones 9B and warmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eYou Will Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e✔️ 1 grafted “Monroe” Avocado Tree\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e✔️ Shipped in a 1-gallon nursery pot with soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e✔️ Type B flowering variety\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e✔️ Carefully packaged to maintain hydration during transit\u003cbr data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, established root system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1243\"\u003eSome leaf drop during shipping is normal and does not indicate plant decline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e🚫 Seller prefers not to ship to Hawaii, Puerto Rico, or internationally due to transit risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eAbout Monroe Avocado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e• Hybrid: West Indian × Guatemalan\u003cbr data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e• Flower Type: B\u003cbr data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003e• Harvest Season: November–January\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e• Fruit Size: Approximately 1.5–2.5 lbs\u003cbr data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e• Flavor: Creamy, smooth flesh with mild nutty taste\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• Cold Tolerance: Down to about 25°F (short durations)\u003cbr data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003e• Heavy, reliable producer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eFor improved pollination and fruit set, plant near a Type A avocado variety that blooms during the same season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eTransplanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eThis is a grafted tree. Do not disturb the root ball during transplanting, as this can cause severe shock or plant loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eBefore transplanting, soak the nursery pot in about 2 inches of water for approximately 2 hours to help secure the root ball. When removing from the pot, carefully cut the plastic away rather than pulling on the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eYou may transplant into a larger 3–5 gallon container and grow until the tree reaches 4–6 feet before planting in the ground, or plant directly into a sunny garden location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eProvide full sun once established, at least 6–8 hours daily. If moving from shade to full sun, allow gradual acclimation to prevent leaf burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Water Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2488\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003eMonroe performs best in slightly acidic, well-draining sandy soil with a pH between 4.5 and 7.0. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture, keeping mulch 3–5 inches away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2838\"\u003eProvide approximately 1 inch of water per week during establishment. Avoid overwatering, especially once mature, as excessive irrigation can affect fruit quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2840\" data-end=\"3019\"\u003eYoung trees benefit from nitrogen-rich fertilizer during active growth. Balanced fertilizers such as 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 may be applied every 6–8 weeks during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Arrival Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3339\"\u003eTrees are shipped in soil within the original nursery pot to maintain hydration. Shipping delays and weather conditions are outside seller control. 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