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🥑 ‘Day’ Avocado (Persea americana ‘Day’) — Early, Compact & Creamy 🌿
A Florida favorite for small yards and container growers, ‘Day’ is an early-season, Type-A avocado with a naturally compact habit, buttery flavor, and reliable production. It’s one of the best “starter” avocados for home orchards—easy to prune, quick to establish, and delicious.
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🌟 Quick Facts (Easy Reference)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Persea americana ‘Day’ |
| Plant Type | Evergreen fruit tree (grafted) |
| Sale Size | 3-gallon container |
| Mature Size | ~12–18 ft maintained; unpruned trees can reach ~20–25 ft |
| USDA Zones | 9–11 (protect when young) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun (6–8+ hrs) |
| Cold Tolerance | Brief dips to ~24–26°F once established (protect young trees) |
| Growth Habit | Naturally compact, upright, easy to keep small with light annual pruning |
| Spacing | 12–15 ft from structures/trees (8–10 ft for high-density/backyard “orchard” style) |
| Flower Type | Type A (self-fruitful; yields improve with a nearby Type B, e.g., ‘Brogdon’, ‘Bacon’) |
🍐 Fruit & Harvest Details
- Flavor & Texture: Creamy, buttery and mildly nutty, great for slicing or mashing.
- Fruit Size & Skin: Medium (≈10–16 oz), smooth green skin, easy to peel.
- Season (Florida): Early—usually July to August (can extend into September in some microclimates).
- Use: Guacamole, salads, toasts, bowls, smoothies—‘Day’ is a kitchen staple.
🌿 Why Grow ‘Day’?
- Small-space friendly: Naturally compact; simple to keep 10–12 ft for easy harvest.
- Early harvest: Kick off your avocado season before most late cultivars.
- Great container option: Performs well in large pots with good light and drainage.
- Self-fruitful: Sets fruit solo; cross-pollination can further boost yields.
📍 Where to Plant ‘Day’ Avocado
- Best location: Full sun + excellent drainage. If your soil is heavy or slow draining, plant on a 2–3 ft mound.
- Avoid: Frost pockets, standing water, narrow wind tunnels.
- Landscape tip: Tuck ‘Day’ on the warmest, sunniest side of the yard (south/southwest exposure).
🌱 Planting ‘Day’ Avocado the GreenDreams “High & Tight” Way
- Dig a hole only slightly wider than the pot, same depth.
- Set the root flare at or slightly above surrounding grade (never bury the trunk).
- Backfill with native soil and tamp tight to remove air pockets.
- Water deeply to settle soil.
- Top-dress with compost + biochar + azomite; add 2–4" mulch—keep mulch 2–4" away from the trunk.
▶️ Planting tutorial: https://youtu.be/RRQFY30qdA8?si=rRIcsbLlVAVYotfI
Why it matters: Avocado roots need oxygen. Planting high & tight prevents crown/root rot and speeds establishment.
💧 Watering, Feeding & Pruning (‘Day’ Avocado)
- Watering: Week 1 daily → Weeks 2–4 every 2–3 days → then deep weekly in dry spells. Keep evenly moist, never soggy.
- Feeding: Organic fruit-tree fertilizer 3–4×/yr; use lighter, more frequent doses for young trees.
- Pruning: Tip back after harvest to hold 10–12 ft; favor selective thinning over hard topping.
- Cold events: Water the day before a freeze; cover young trees; maintain a mulch ring (not against trunk).
SEO note: In care FAQs and instructions, say “‘Day’ Avocado” (exact name) to help shoppers and search engines.
🪴 Container & Indoor Notes
- Container: Start ‘Day’ Avocado in 15–25 gal with a fast-draining mix (pine bark fines + compost + coarse sand/perlite).
- Light: Full sun outdoors; for indoor overwintering, give very bright light or supplemental grow lights.
- Up-potting: Move up in size when roots fill the pot and watering frequency spikes.
- Target size: Easy to maintain 8–10 ft in containers with light annual pruning.
🌼 Companion & Support Guild (GreenDreams selections)
🌱 Nitrogen Builders: Mexican Sunflower • Pigeon Pea • Perennial Peanut • Calliandra • Sunshine Mimosa • Ice Cream Bean • Butterfly Pea • Yellow Necklace Pod • Flemengia
🐝 Pollinator Magnets: Firebush • Porterweed • Sweet Almond • Cat Whiskers • Salvia
🌾 Biomass & Silica: Lemongrass • Fakahatchee Grass • Vetiver
🌺 Aesthetics: Turmeric • Gingers • Edible Leaf Hibiscus • Turk’s Cap Hibiscus • Society Garlic / Garlic Chives
Combine beauty, biodiversity, and productivity—your ‘Day’ Avocado will thank you!
🧑🍳 Culinary Ideas (Why grow ‘Day’ Avocado?)
- Slice: Grain bowls, tacos, sandwiches, sushi.
- Mash: Classic guacamole (lime + cilantro + sea salt).
- Blend: Smoothies & dressings for silky texture.
- Top: Toast with citrus, chili flakes, and fresh herbs.
🔍 Troubleshooting Guide (Florida & SE U.S.)
| ⚠️ Issue | 🧠 Likely Cause | ✅ Solution |
|---|---|---|
| 🍋 Yellowing leaves | 💦 Overwatering / poor drainage | Replant high & tight; allow slight dry-down between deep waterings. |
| ❄️ Leaf burn / drop | Cold or wind exposure | Water pre-front; cover at night; plant windward protection. |
| 🪲 Stippled/bronzed leaves | Lace bug / mites | Organic insecticidal soap early; encourage beneficials; keep tree vigorous. |
| 🍈 Light fruit set | Single tree during cool bloom | Add a Type B nearby (e.g., ‘Brogdon’, ‘Bacon’); ensure full sun and even moisture. |
| 💀 Root decline | Trunk buried or soggy soils | Replant high; keep mulch off trunk; improve drainage. |
🌟 Is ‘Day’ Avocado Right for You?
✅ Ideal for: Zone 9–11 growers; small-space gardeners; container growers; anyone wanting early, buttery avocados.
❌ Not ideal for: Waterlogged or deep shade sites; areas with frequent hard freezes without protection.
🚚 Shipping & Handling
- Smaller sizes (4" & 1-gal) ship best to Florida, the Southeast & Texas; 3-gallon ships well with prompt unpacking and hydration.
- We can ship nationwide, but plants going to northern/western states may need extra recovery after transit.
- We ship Mondays via UPS Ground from Florida.
- Heat/Cold advisory: Buyer discretion during extremes; weather-related transit stress is outside our control.
Local Pickup
GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
Tues–Fri 9AM–5PM | Sat 8AM–3PM
🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services
We don’t just grow plants—we design, build & restore ecosystems across Florida.
- 🌳 Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
- 🚜 Installation & project management
- 🚚 Bulk delivery of compost, mulch, biochar & soils
- 🌾 Wholesale & regenerative solutions
Let our team help you create your thriving edible paradise—starting with ‘Day’ Avocado! 🌿
🥑 GreenDreams Avocado Cultivar Comparison Guide
🌿 Choose the Right Avocado for Your Climate, Taste & Space
From the cold-hardy ‘Brogdon’ to the tropical giants like ‘Monroe’ and ‘Choquette’, GreenDreams offers cultivars for every grower.
Use the chart below to find your perfect match — based on cold tolerance, flavor, harvest season, and growth habit.
| 🌳 Cultivar | 🔤 Type | ❄️ Cold Tolerance | 🍽️ Flavor / Texture | 🗓️ Harvest Window (FL) | 📏 Growth Habit | 🌟 Highlights |
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| 🟣 Brogdon | Type B | 🧊 22°F | 🥑 Nutty, creamy | Jul–Sep | 🌳 20–25 ft | Purple skin, cold-hardy Florida heirloom |
| 🌿 Day | Type A | ❄️ 24°F | 🧈 Mild, buttery | Jul–Aug | 🌿 12–18 ft | Compact, early harvest, great for containers |
| ⚫ Mexicola | Type A | 🧊 18°F | 🌰 High-oil, edible skin | Aug–Sep | 🌳 10–15 ft | Most cold-hardy; edible black skin |
| 🟢 Lula | Type A | ❄️ 26°F | 🧈 Buttery, high-oil | Nov–Jan | 🌳 25–30 ft | Late-season, great pollinator |
| 💚 Monroe | Type B | ❄️ 26°F | 🥑 Creamy, mild | Nov–Feb | 🌲 30+ ft | Vigorous, late harvest, heavy yield |
| 💧 Choquette | Type A | ❄️ 28°F | 🥗 Mild, smooth | Oct–Dec | 🌲 30+ ft | Huge fruit, great for slicing & salads |
| 🖤 Florida Hass | Type A | ❄️ 25°F | 🥑 Classic Hass flavor | Sep–Nov | 🌳 Medium | “Hass look,” adapted for Florida |
| 🌱 Wurtz (Little Cado) | Type A | ❄️ 26°F | 🧈 Creamy, mild | May–Sep | 🌿 8–10 ft | Dwarf size, perfect for pots |
| 🟤 Joey | Type B | 🧊 15–18°F | 🌰 Rich, nutty | Aug–Oct | 🌳 Compact | Ultra-cold-hardy Texas selection |
| 🟡 Fantastic | Type A | 🧊 15°F | 🧈 Smooth, buttery | Jul–Aug | 🌿 Small | Coldest-hardy variety, reliable producer |
| 🟢 Brazos Belle | Type B | ❄️ 20°F | 🥑 Rich, nutty | Aug–Oct | 🌳 Medium | Cold-hardy Texas selection |
| 🌴 Kampong | Type A | ❄️ 28°F | 🍐 Mild, low-oil | Oct–Dec | 🌲 Vigorous | Rare tropical collector’s tree |
| 🌞 Catalina | Type A | ❄️ 26°F | 🧈 Buttery, light | Jul–Aug | 🌳 Medium | Early-season Cuban classic |
| 🌿 Donnie | Type A | ❄️ 28°F | 🥗 Mild, light | May–Jun | 🌲 Large | Very early fruiter, light flavor |
| 🟤 Bacon | Type B | ❄️ 24°F | 🥑 Mild, pleasant | Nov–Jan | 🌳 Medium | Excellent pollinator, winter fruit |
| 🎃 Marcus Pumpkin | Type B | ❄️ 24°F | 🧈 Creamy, mild | Nov–Feb | 🌳 Medium | Unique round fruit; showy shape |
| ⚫ Maria Black | Type A | ❄️ 25°F | 🥑 Creamy, rich | Aug–Oct | 🌳 Medium | Dark skin, balanced flavor |
| 🌿 Talpeno | Type B | 🧊 23°F | 🧈 Buttery, high-oil | Aug–Sep | 🌳 Medium | Cold-hardy hybrid, reliable yields |
| ❤️ Thompson Red | Type A | ❄️ 26°F | 🌰 Nutty, smooth | Sep–Nov | 🌳 Medium | Red blush skin, ornamental appeal |
| 💚 Victoria | Type A | ❄️ 24°F | 🧈 Smooth, buttery | Jul–Sep | 🌳 Medium | Heat-tolerant, compact, productive |
🌎 Regional Recommendations
🧊 Best for Cold Climates (Zones 8b–9a):
‘Brogdon’ • ‘Mexicola’ • ‘Day’ • ‘Fantastic’ • ‘Joey’ • ‘Brazos Belle’
🌞 Best for Warm & Tropical Zones (9b–11):
‘Lula’ • ‘Monroe’ • ‘Choquette’ • ‘Marcus Pumpkin’ • ‘Florida Hass’ • ‘Kampong’
🪴 Best for Containers & Small Spaces:
‘Wurtz (Little Cado)’ • ‘Day’ • ‘Mexicola’
🥑 Harvest Calendar by Season (Florida)
| 🗓️ Season | 🌾 Early | 🌿 Mid | 🍂 Late |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring (May–Jun) | Donnie | – | – |
| Summer (Jul–Sep) | Day • Brogdon • Mexicola • Talpeno • Victoria | Florida Hass | – |
| Fall (Oct–Nov) | Maria Black • Choquette | Monroe | Thompson Red |
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Lula • Marcus Pumpkin • Bacon | – | – |
🌱 Pollination Pairing Guide
| 🅰️ Type A Varieties | 🅱️ Type B Varieties | 🌼 Suggested Pairs |
|---|---|---|
| Day, Lula, Choquette, Florida Hass, Wurtz, Mexicola, Victoria, Florida Hass | Brogdon, Monroe, Bacon, Talpeno, Marcus Pumpkin, Joey, Brazos Belle | Brogdon × Day / Monroe × Lula / Talpeno × Florida Hass |
✅ Tip: Plant one Type A and one Type B avocado within 20–30 feet to boost pollination and overall fruit yield.
💚 Pro Tip from GreenDreams
Want fresh avocados year-round?
Plant a trio for staggered harvests:
🌱 Early: ‘Day’ or ‘Donnie’
🥑 Mid: ‘Brogdon’ or ‘Florida Hass’
🍂 Late: ‘Monroe’ or ‘Lula’
With smart selection, your backyard can supply creamy, Florida-grown avocados for 8+ months every year! 🌿
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
