It's hard to remember, after years of guacamole and gourmet toast, that avocados are just plain weird. But think back to your surprise when you first discovered that these strange and delicious things ...

Have you ever reached for avocados in the grocery store and thought, "I wonder if I can grow my own tree and harvest the fruit myself?" The answer, believe it or not, is yes. The subtropical plant, ...

Watch how an avocado fruit tree was growing from a seed/pit to young plant in this time-lapse. An avocado seed was extracted ...

No matter the time of the year, it's pretty easy to source an avocado, but have you ever stopped to consider growing your own? Even if you're not particularly green-fingered, you can create a ...

There’s nothing better than freshly prepared guacamole—especially when it's made with perfectly ripe avocados. In fact, you can even grow these delicious fruits indoors, whether it's in your living ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Starting an avocado tree from a pit is like taking on a miniature gardening challenge. It’s the botanical equivalent of having a pet rock: low commitment with plenty of pay-off if ...

On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

Highly nutritious avocados are a favorite summer fruit for good reason. Whether you crush one up to make guacamole, slice it for a sandwich, mash it on toast, or top a salad with it, avocado provides ...

An avocado pit is relatively easy to sprout into a new plant. Then you'll need to know how to grow an avocado tree indoors because these plants aren't hardy in most areas of the country. They can be ...