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Avocado - 'Monroe', Persea americana - 3G

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Avocado - 'Monroe', Persea americana - 3G
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🥑 ‘Monroe’ Avocado (Persea americana ‘Monroe’) — Late-Season, Cold-Tough & Creamy 🌿

A South Florida classic with emerald-green skin, buttery, smooth flesh, and a late harvest window (Nov–Jan) that lands right in the holiday season. ‘Monroe’ is a Type B avocado prized for reliable production, hurricane-ready structure, and better cold tolerance than many Florida types.

SHIPS AS A 3-GALLON PLANT


🌟 Quick Facts (Easy Reference)

Category Details
Botanical Name Persea americana ‘Monroe’
Plant Type Evergreen fruit tree (grafted)
Sale Size 3-gallon container
Mature Size 20–30 ft unpruned; maintain ~12–15 ft with annual pruning
USDA Zones 9–11
Sun Requirements Full sun (6–8+ hrs)
Cold Tolerance Brief dips to ~26°F when established (protect young trees)
Growth Habit Vigorous, upright-rounded canopy; storm-sturdy frame
Spacing 20–25 ft from structures/trees
Flower Type Type B (self-fruitful in FL conditions; yield improves with nearby Type A like ‘Lula’ or ‘Day’)

🍐 Fruit & Harvest Details

  • Flavor & Texture: Creamy, mild-to-nutty, clean finish with medium-high oil—excellent fresh or mashed.
  • Size & Skin: Large fruit, smooth green skin that stays attractive on the tree.
  • Florida Harvest Window: November–January (late-season star).
  • Kitchen Use: Slicing, salads, toasts, guacamole, ceviche, dressings—‘Monroe’ handles it all.

🌿 Why Grow ‘Monroe’?

  • Late-season fruit to extend your backyard avocado calendar into winter.
  • Cold-tough for Florida (relative to many West Indian types).
  • Storm-sturdy structure with strong branches and dense foliage.
  • Great pollination partner (Type B) to boost yield in nearby Type A trees.

📍 Where to Plant ‘Monroe’

  • Site: Full sun + excellent drainage; plant on a 2–3 ft mound if soil drains slowly.
  • Avoid: Low frost pockets and standing water.
  • Microclimate Tip: Choose the warmest, wind-sheltered spot on your property.

🌱 Planting ‘Monroe’ the GreenDreams “High & Tight” Way

  1. Dig a hole only slightly wider than the pot and same depth.
  2. Set the root flare at/just above grade (never bury the trunk).
  3. Backfill with native soil; tamp tight to remove air pockets.
  4. Water deeply to settle soil.
  5. Top-dress with compost + biochar + azomite; add 2–4" mulch, keeping it off the trunk.

▶️ Planting tutorial: https://youtu.be/RRQFY30qdA8?si=rRIcsbLlVAVYotfI

Why it matters: Avocado roots require oxygen. Planting high & tight prevents crown/root rot and speeds establishment.

SEO note: Refer to the tree by name in care sections—‘Monroe’ Avocado—to help customers and search engines.

💧 Watering, Feeding & Pruning (‘Monroe’ Avocado)

  • Watering: Week 1 daily → Weeks 2–4 every 2–3 days → then deep weekly during dry spells. Keep evenly moist, not soggy.
  • Feeding: Organic fruit-tree fertilizer 3–4×/yr; lighter, more frequent doses for young trees.
  • Pruning: After harvest, maintain 12–15 ft for easy picking; use selective thinning, not hard topping.
  • Cold Events: Water the day before a freeze; cover young trees; maintain mulch ring (not against trunk).

🪴 Container & Indoor Notes

  • Container: Possible for the first years in 15–25 gal with fast-draining mix (pine bark fines + compost + coarse sand/perlite).
  • Light: Full sun outdoors; for indoor protection, provide very bright light or supplemental grow lights.
  • Up-potting: Move up when roots fill the pot and water demand spikes.

🌼 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

A mixed guild boosts soil life, draws pollinators, and supports long-term ‘Monroe’ Avocado productivity.

🧑‍🍳 Culinary Ideas (Why grow ‘Monroe’ Avocado?)

  • Sliced: Bowls, salads, sushi, poke.
  • Mashed: Buttery guacamole (lime, cilantro, sea salt).
  • Blended: Smoothies & dressings for silky texture.
  • Holiday-Friendly: Peak season aligns with holiday platters and game-day spreads.

🔍 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 + wind Water pre-front; cover at night; add windbreak plants.
🪲 Stippled/bronzed leaves Lace bug / mites Organic insecticidal soap early; encourage beneficials; keep canopy vigorous.
🍈 Low fruit set Single tree & cool bloom Add a Type A nearby (e.g., ‘Lula’, ‘Day’); ensure sun & even moisture.
💀 Root decline Trunk planted too deep / soggy soil Replant high; keep mulch off trunk; improve drainage.

🌟 Is ‘Monroe’ Avocado Right for You?

✅ Ideal for: Zone 9–11 growers wanting late-season fruit, strong trees, and a dependable pollination partner (Type B).

❌ Not ideal for: Waterlogged or deep shade sites; 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.
  • Nationwide shipping available; 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 ‘Monroe’ Avocado! 🌿

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.

  • For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.

  • 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.

  • We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.

  • 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.

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