Salt and Pepper Shakers
Salt and Pepper Shakers Frequently Asked QuestionsI planted a dwarf avocado in 1999. The tree is now 25 feet tall and has never borne fruit, what shall I do? Avocado trees in small nursery containers usually begin to flower
three to five years after they are planted. Several conditions can
interfere with fruit set. Flowers may be damaged by frost or honeybees
may not be present to pollinate the flowers. Insufficient soil moisture
can also prevent fruit from setting or cause it to drop. Soil beneath
an avocado tree should not be allowed to dry completely, especially
when they are flowering and setting fruit. Avocados have shallow
feeder roots which are most abundant in the top 6 inches of soil.
It is usually best to water avocado trees with sprinklerirrigation
about twice a week during dry weather if the trees are growing in
from near the trunk to several feet from the spread of the branches.
Also allow fallenleaves to remain on the soil under the tree or
apply a layer of woodchips or other coarse mulch to conserve moisture.
Avocado trees should be given a fertilizer containing nitrogen periodically
during the spring and summer. Other Salt and Pepper Shakers FAQ's: Does salt really make
food taste better?
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