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When to Plant Avocado Tree in Lake Wales, Florida (33859)

Location

Lake Wales, Florida

ZIP Code

33859

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Sunday, January 25, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, February 22, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Avocado Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date โ€” it needs warm soil.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Persea americana
Days to Maturity 1825 days
Mature Height 120-360"
Spread 240"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

240" apart

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Planting Depth

2" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 21-42 days

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Growing Avocado Tree in Zone 10a

Avocado Tree (Persea americana) is a popular garden vegetable. In Lake Wales, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Avocado Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.