It's easy to sprout an avocado seed, as you may have learned in childhood. Buy an avocado, enjoy the luscious green flesh, then wash the seed. Remember which end of the seed was on top and which was ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A slew of dishes instantly become more flavorful with the addition of nutritious avocados. Whether you ...

Patience is key for these tropical trees to bear their fruit Reviewed by Barbara Gillette Avocado trees (Persea americana) are a great plant to grow if you live in the southern tip of the United ...

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 ...

With the price of avocados always fluctuating, many people are becoming increasingly interested in growing their own. But how exactly do you do it? And, more importantly, do you live in a place where ...

Avocados have surged in popularity, perfect for breakfast dishes, salads and sandwiches. While they are easy enough to buy from the supermarket, green-fingered Brits may want to turn their hands and ...

Throughout the year I get questions about plants and flowers from friends and readers. I do not always get a chance to answer them, so today I am going to write about some of those that are most ...

Everybody wants to grow some of their own food these days. How about avocados? We’re talking about a plant that really does bear fruit, not just the stems and leaves you get from plants grown from ...