Avocados are versatile, delicious, and nutrient-rich fruits. Therefore, it is no surprise that many people want to grow them at home. And while growing an avocado tree is easy, there is a problem.

Pruning an avocado tree can be bad or good, depending on when and how you wield your pruning shears. For example, if cut too much off at once or prune at the wrong time, you could damage your tree and ...

Although it can take years for the tree to produce your favorite toast topping, caring for it is relatively simple.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Steve Udell / Getty Images Hass avocado trees are best known for their edible fruits with bumpy, dark skin and pale green, creamy ...

On occasion, I come across a planted avocado tree and curiously ask the owner if they have enjoyed any fruits from it. Most always, the answer is "no" with a hint of frustration in their tone. This ...

Laurel wilt is a disease spread by the non-native red bay ambrosia beetle that affects trees in the laurel family. The disease, which originated from infested wood packing material, has killed native ...