Growing Avocado Trees Indoors

One of my favorite fruits, yes it is a fruit, is the avocado. I love turning it into cold soup during  the summer, guacamole throughout the year, avocado toast for breakfast, and frankly, I’m happy enough just to scoop it right from its soft little shell and into my mouth. Because I eat them quite regularly, and the fact that they have been pricey, it has always been my interest in growing them. I don’t live in the proper climate to do that outdoors, so when I saw an avocado tree online with the claim that it was supposed to bear despite being grown in a container indoors, how could I resist? 

Well, I have some exciting news…I have buds! Initially, I wasn’t quite so sure what they were because I have no experience with avocado trees or avocado growing, but I’ve been keeping an eye on them, and it looks as though they are going to turn into one heck of an interesting flower. But, as with many things in gardening and in life, the road to success isn’t always smooth. Shortly after those buds appeared, the majority of the leaves turned yellow and promptly fell off. Watching those leaves drop was hard, not just because it felt like a setback, but because it’s easier to think the worst when something in your garden, either indoors or out, looks less than vibrant. I’ve been diving into the possible causes of the yellowing leaves, learning that it could be anything from overwatering to underwatering or even nutrient deficiencies. As a consequence, I bought special avocado soil and avocado tree fertilizer. From what I’ve read they are a bit fussy, but they’re also incredibly resilient. So, for now I’ve decided to step back, monitor its progress, and give it a little extra TLC. 

If this tree actually produces avocados I’ll be over the moon! The idea of slicing into a creamy avocado that I grew myself seems almost too good to be true. But, even if it doesn’t, there’s still something deeply rewarding in watching a tree grow and thrive -- even if imperfectly -- under my care.

 

For anyone else out there dreaming of growing their own avocados, here are a few things I’ve learned so far:

 Tips for Growing an Avocado Tree

 1. Patience is key. Avocado trees take years to mature and produce fruit, so don’t rush the process. Celebrate every small milestone — buds, new leaves, or even just steady growth.

 2. Watch your watering. Avocado trees don’t like soggy roots. Let the top layer of soil dry out before watering again, and ensure your pot has good drainage if you’re growing it indoors.

 3. Feed your tree. Avocado trees benefit from regular feeding during the growing season. A fertilizer high in nitrogen and other key nutrients can help.

 4. Give it sunlight. Avocado trees love the sun, so make sure it gets plenty of bright, indirect light.

I’ll keep you all posted as to its progress…or lack of. Fingers crossed that I end up with an avocado or two. At any rate, it’s been great fun to monitor.

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