🥑 ‘Florida Hass’ Avocado (Persea americana) — Hass-Style Flavor + Florida Adapted + Compact Growth 🌿
Love the rich, creamy taste of Hass avocados but live in Florida or the humid Southeast?
‘Florida Hass’ was selected to bring that classic Hass flavor profile into subtropical growing conditions—with improved adaptability, productivity, and a more manageable tree size.
This is the cultivar for growers who want grocery-store quality flavor… straight from their own backyard.
SHIPS AS A 3-GALLON GRAFTED TREE
🌟 Quick Facts Guide — ‘Florida Hass’ (3-Gallon)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Persea americana ‘Florida Hass’ |
| Plant Type | Evergreen fruit tree (grafted cultivar) |
| Sale Size | 3-gallon container |
| Estimated Age (3-gal) | ~18–30 months from graft |
| Mature Height (Unpruned) | 15–20 ft |
| Managed Height | 8–12 ft with pruning |
| USDA Zones | 9–11 |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun to partial sun (6–8+ hrs ideal) |
| Cold Hardiness | Down to ~18–22°F when mature |
| Growth Habit | Semi-compact, upright-spreading |
| Spacing Requirements | 10–15 ft |
| Flower Type | Type A |
| Signature Trait | Hass-like flavor adapted for Florida |
🍐 Fruit & Harvest Details
| Trait | Description |
|---|---|
| Fruit Size | 6–12 oz |
| Skin Color | Black when ripe |
| Skin Texture | Pebbly, thick |
| Flesh Color | Pale green |
| Texture | Creamy, smooth |
| Flavor Profile | Rich, buttery, classic Hass-style |
| Oil Content | High |
| Typical Florida Harvest | September–November |
| Shelf Life | Longer than many Florida varieties |
| Ripening Behavior | Ripens off-tree |
This is one of the few Florida-friendly avocados that delivers true Hass-style richness with extended shelf life.
🌿 Why Grow ‘Florida Hass’?
- 🥑 Hass-like flavor in Florida conditions
- 🌳 More compact growth than traditional Hass
- 🪴 Excellent for containers and small spaces
- ❄️ Improved cold tolerance vs tropical types
- 🥗 Versatile culinary use
- 📦 Longer shelf life after harvest
🌿 Origin & Development
‘Florida Hass’ was developed to bridge the gap between California Hass and Florida-growing conditions, where humidity, soil types, and disease pressure differ significantly.
It delivers the oil-rich, creamy experience people expect, while being better adapted to subtropical climates like Florida and the Gulf Coast.
🏡 ALSO AVAILABLE IN LARGER SIZES + PICKUP-ONLY OPTIONS
We carry ‘Florida Hass’ and other avocado cultivars in larger sizes at our nursery.
Pickup-only sizes may include:
- 7-gallon
- 15-gallon
- landscape-ready trees
🌿 Our nursery also offers countless plants not listed online, including rare and seasonal selections available only for local pickup.
📍 Where to Plant ‘Florida Hass’ Avocado
Best Location
- Full sun preferred
- Well-drained soil
- Protected from strong winds
In Florida, plant on a 2–3 ft mound to prevent root rot.
Avoid
- Poor drainage areas
- Heavy clay soils without amendment
- Deep shade
- Standing water
🌱 IMPORTANT: Transplant Timing
- Shipped trees: Wait ~30 days or until new growth appears before transplanting
- Local pickup trees: Can be planted immediately
🌱 GreenDreams “High & Tight” Planting Method
1️⃣ Dig hole slightly wider than container
2️⃣ Do NOT plant deeper than root ball
3️⃣ Keep graft union slightly above soil line
4️⃣ Backfill and pack soil firmly
5️⃣ Water deeply
6️⃣ Mulch (keep away from trunk)
7️⃣ Add compost + biochar + minerals
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💧 Watering, Feeding & Pruning
Watering
Container:
Daily during warm weather
In-ground:
- Week 1: daily
- Weeks 2–4: every 2–3 days
- After establishment: deep weekly watering
Fertilizing
- Organic compost-based feeding
- Balanced fruit tree nutrition
- Avoid heavy synthetic inputs
Pruning ✂️
- Maintain 8–12 ft height
- Shape for airflow and light penetration
- Prune after harvest or before spring flush
🍃 Seasonal Habits
Spring — new growth flush
Summer — canopy expansion
Fall — harvest season
Winter — slowed growth
🪴 Container & Indoor Growing
‘Florida Hass’ is one of the best avocado options for container growing.
Container Guidelines
- 15–25 gallon container
- Excellent drainage
- Full sun placement
Indoor Growing
- Requires strong light (south-facing or grow lights)
- Not ideal long-term indoors without supplemental lighting
🥑 Culinary Uses
- Guacamole
- Avocado toast
- Smoothies
- Salads
- Spreads
Perfect for anyone wanting true Hass-style kitchen performance at home.
🌾 Orchard & Layout Strategy
- Space 10–15 ft
- Ideal for high-density planting systems
- Pair with Type B for improved yield
🌼 Companion Plant Sidebar
Nitrogen Fixers
Pigeon Pea • Sunn Hemp • Perennial Peanut
Pollinator Plants
Firebush • Porterweed • African Blue Basil
Aesthetic Companions
Turmeric • Ginger • Fakahatchee Grass
🔍 Troubleshooting Guide — ‘Florida Hass’
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow leaves | Poor drainage | Improve soil + mound planting |
| Fruit drop | Lack of pollination | Add Type B partner |
| Leaf burn | Cold stress | Protect young trees |
| Root rot | Standing water | Improve drainage |
| Low yield | Nutrient deficiency | Organic fertilization |
🌿 Avocado Comparison Guide
| Cultivar | Type | Cold Tolerance | Harvest (FL) | Growth Habit | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fantastic | A | ~15°F | Jul–Aug | Small | Extreme cold hardy |
| Mexicola | A | ~18°F | Jul–Sep | 15–20 ft | Edible skin |
| Brogdon | B | ~22°F | Jul–Sep | 20–25 ft | Purple skin |
| Day | A | ~24°F | May–Jul | 12–18 ft | Early |
| Florida Hass | A | ~18–22°F | Sep–Nov | 15–20 ft | Hass-style flavor |
| Lula | A | ~25°F | Oct–Dec | 20–25 ft | Heritage |
| Monroe | B | ~26°F | Nov–Feb | Large | Late harvest |
🌎 Regional Recommendations
🧊 Cold Edge (8b–9a): Mexicola • Fantastic • Brogdon
🌞 Warm Zones (9b–11): Florida Hass • Lula • Monroe
🪴 Containers: Florida Hass • Wurtz • Day
🌟 Is This Plant For Me?
Ideal For
Growers wanting Hass-style flavor
Container gardeners
Florida & Gulf Coast growers
Home orchard planners
Not Ideal For
Heavy shade locations
Poor drainage soils
Extreme cold climates below ~18°F
🚚 Shipping Notes
Ships Mondays via UPS Ground from Florida
Best for shipping:
Florida
Southeast
Texas
Buyer discretion advised during extreme temperatures.
🏡 Local Pickup
GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
18709 US Hwy 41
Spring Hill FL 34610
Tues–Fri 9–5
Sat 8–3
Visit us to explore larger trees and exclusive plants not available online.
🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services
We design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.
🌳 Consultations
🚜 Installation
🚚 Bulk materials
🌾 Regenerative solutions
🌿 IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS
Please note: Plants purchased through our online store are not available for pickup at our retail nursery in Spring Hill, Florida.
Online inventory is housed at a separate facility and is priced, prepared, and handled exclusively for shipping.
🌱 Looking for larger plants or more selection?
Our retail nursery location offers far more availability, including larger sizes, specialty plants, and many selections not suitable for nationwide shipping.
Local pickup is available for retail nursery purchases only.
Visit our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery page to explore in-person shopping options.
🚚 LIVE PLANT SHIPPING & TRANSIT EXPECTATIONS
Live plants naturally experience stress during shipping. Temporary leaf drop, mild wilting, or cosmetic stress is normal after transit. Most plants recover quickly with proper watering, gradual light exposure, and basic aftercare. Some plants may require additional attention during the first few weeks.
Despite careful packing, minor cosmetic damage may occur during transit. Small issues such as broken leaves or stems typically resolve with time and proper care.
If your shipping box arrives with significant external damage, please contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a carrier claim.
⏱️ SHIPPING METHOD, TIMING & TRANSIT WINDOWS
All online orders ship via UPS Ground from our Central Florida nursery.
📦 Shipping Schedule: Orders ship once weekly on Mondays to reduce the risk of packages sitting in transit over weekends. A countdown clock on our website displays the next shipping date.
🚚 Typical Transit Times:
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Florida: 1–2 days
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Southern U.S.: approximately 2 days
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Midwest, West & Northern U.S.: 3–5 business days
Long-distance shipments, particularly to the western U.S., may experience additional transit time due to agricultural inspections in states such as Arizona, California, and Texas.
Extended transit times can be more challenging for small or tender plants and may require additional recovery care after arrival.
🌡️ EXTREME WEATHER & SEASONAL RISK
Live plants are sensitive to temperature extremes.
We cannot guarantee plant condition during periods of extreme summer heat or winter cold and freezing temperatures. Weather-related delays, carrier interruptions, or exposure during delivery are beyond our control.
Customers are responsible for:
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Monitoring tracking information sent via email
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Retrieving packages promptly upon delivery
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Preventing plants from being left outdoors in extreme conditions
During unsafe weather, holiday shipping volume, or extended transit risk, orders may be held and shipped the following week to protect plant health.
⚠️ CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY & REFUND POLICY
By purchasing live plants, customers acknowledge and accept the risks associated with shipping, weather exposure, transit delays, and regional suitability.
Refunds or replacements are considered only under exceptional circumstances and in accordance with our return and refund policy. We are not responsible for:
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Weather-related damage
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Carrier delays
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Poor plant selection for a given climate or region
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Improper care after delivery
Upon purchase, customers assume full responsibility for the ongoing care and success of their plants.
✅ CONSENT & AGREEMENT
By completing a purchase, you confirm that you have read, understand, and agree to all shipping policies, responsibilities, and conditions outlined above.
Our goal is transparency, plant health, and long-term growing success — and we appreciate your understanding and care when ordering live plants.
