Avocado Trees For Sale

Paul’s Nursery grows healthy, grafted avocado trees ready for backyard planting in Clermont, FL and across Central Florida neighborhoods.

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The Best Avocado Trees Nursery in Clermont, FL

Paul’s Nursery has served Central Florida families for more than 125 years, and avocado trees stay one of the most popular tropical fruit trees on the property. Every avocado tree is grafted onto established rootstock, which means fruit production starts much sooner than seed-grown alternatives. Customers in Clermont rely on the team for clear guidance on cold-hardy varieties that handle the local climate. The buying conversation covers variety, placement, and yard conditions before any tree gets loaded onto the truck. Free estimates fold delivery and planting into one transparent quote with no hidden fees. Trees arrive in the same healthy condition they had on the property. Honest recommendations shape every step, even when that means pointing you toward a different variety than the one you walked in asking about. Family ownership means the people growing the trees often handle the delivery themselves. Every avocado tree comes straight from the state-inspected greenhouse to your home. The team stays available by phone or text long after the truck pulls away. You get a partner for the long haul, not a one-time transaction. Buying an avocado tree here is a decision that pays off across many fruiting seasons.

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John De Vivo
John De Vivo
April 29, 2026

I had a great experience working with Paul’s Nursery from start to finish. They helped me select several fruit trees and handled the installation, and the entire process was smooth and professional. The team was knowledgeable, answered all my questions, and clearly cared about doing the job right. The trees were healthy, well-planted, and everything was done with attention to detail. I highly recommend Paul’s Nursery to anyone looking for quality fruit trees and reliable installation.

Dlx3k
Dlx3k
December 16, 2023

It saddens me to come to this page and see only 4 stars for this stellar business. It almost makes me wonder if the reviewers left their review on the wrong page. I experienced exactly zero of the negative experiences described in some of these reviews. I responded to their ad on facebook and was pleasantly surprised every step of the way! Communication was prompt, professional, respectful, courteous, and most certainly not aggressive. The staff was extraordinarily accommodating, going out on a limb (See what I did there?) to ensure my satisfaction. I purchased a Persian Lime tree from them. They delivered AND planted it at no additional charge – and I live over FIFTY MILES from their site! Upon delivery, the tree was already laden with fruit! This was a birthday gift for my sister. Growing up in Northern Michigan, she would have never dreamed that one day she would have a lime tree in her backyard. THANK you, Shelsea, Paul & staff for taking my sister’s Florida Dreams to the next level. We will definitely see you again!!!

Kathy Powell
Kathy Powell
March 8, 2022

For Christmas 2020 I bought my wife 5 citrus trees from Paul's Nursery. He picked out some very good trees, whenever I had a question he would walk me through it. Normally the first year you get very few pieces of fruit. Because of the quality of Paul's trees and his help after sale this is the first years crop.Pictures of our trees as of Christmas 2021.

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Iraida lopez-king
October 27, 2020

They have a good variety on citrus plants and others. Already made appointment for them to give us Free estimate and advice. By the way, the business is open today.

Skip Todd
Skip Todd
July 9, 2020

They were fast did a GREAT Job and my yard is green again. Thanks

Sharon Hehir
Sharon Hehir
April 5, 2020

They did a great job replacing my front bushes that got cut down by accident from the power lines tree trimmers but now I have beautiful new bushes. Paul was very nice and will return phone calls or text you back he won’t leave you hanging, I definitely recommend them and will tell anyone who asks

Mary Pead
Mary Pead
December 17, 2018

This Nursery does not look beautiful from the road however, they have a huge selection and they are willing to get whatever you need from one of their other nurseries throughout the state. At this particular location they carry a lot of cold-hardy plants and many varieties of fruit and citrus. The prices are far below what you would find at other locations in the area. The owners entire family is in the nursery business throughout the state. He was raised doing this he has a large knowledge of plants for this area. I am told they also do pavers, landscaping, and irrigation.

Avocado Trees Delivery In Central Florida

Paul’s Nursery proudly sells Avocado Trees to homeowners across Clermont, Winter Garden, The Villages, Groveland, and surrounding Central Florida communities. We deliver Avocado Trees and include the planting labor with every order. See our delivery locations to learn more about the areas where we help homeowners with their Avocado Trees:

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Why Buy Avocado Trees

Avocado trees give Central Florida homeowners one of the most satisfying tropical fruit crops available. A mature tree can produce dozens to hundreds of avocados each season, depending on the variety and growing conditions. Homegrown avocados taste richer and creamier than anything trucked into a grocery store. The dark green leaves create a beautiful, lush canopy that adds shade and tropical character to the yard. Pollinators visit the small flowers in steady numbers each spring. Watching fruit develop on your own tree becomes one of the simple pleasures of Florida living. Kids learn where food really comes from when they help twist a ripe avocado off the branch. Property value often climbs when established fruit trees become part of the landscape.

Variety choice plays a major role in the long-term success of an avocado tree. Florida-friendly varieties like Brogdon, Choquette, Lula, and Hass-type selections each carry their own flavor and texture profile. Brogdon avocados handle cold weather well and produce a smooth, creamy fruit. Choquette delivers very large fruit with a mild flavor that many customers love. Lula avocados are known for cold hardiness and a rich taste that has earned long-term fans. Mexican-type rootstocks generally tolerate Central Florida winters better than pure West Indian varieties. The team at Paul’s Nursery walks through each option in plain language. That conversation happens before any tree leaves the property.

Grafted avocado trees offer a major head start over seed-grown alternatives. Every avocado tree on the lot is grafted onto established rootstock, which means fruit typically arrives within the first year. Seed-grown avocados, by comparison, can take seven to ten years before producing anything edible. Larger nursery trees carry heavier early crops than smaller ones, so the size at purchase directly affects how quickly you fill a basket. The grafting method also locks in the parent variety’s traits, including flavor and harvest timing. That predictability removes the mystery from buying an avocado tree. Customers know exactly what they are taking home before the tree ever leaves the lot. Every tree on the property meets the same standard.

Delivery service spares you the difficulty of moving a heavy potted tree on your own. A mature potted avocado tree rarely fits into a regular car without damaging branches or leaves. The Paul’s Nursery crew handles the transport with the right equipment and steady hands. Trees arrive in the same condition they left the nursery, with no damage along the way. Planting comes included with every order, so the tree goes straight into properly placed soil. Free estimates cover the full delivery and planting job before the work starts. Customers know the exact cost ahead of time, with no surprises tacked on later. That straightforward approach reflects how the nursery has operated since the beginning.

Stock quality sits at the heart of what Paul’s Nursery offers. Each avocado tree comes straight out of the state-inspected greenhouse and into your yard with no middle handoff. That short path keeps every tree in peak condition. The growing team watches the trees daily and catches anything that needs attention well before delivery. Watering, feeding, and inspection follow a steady rhythm throughout the year. Customers receive a tree raised under attentive care from the very beginning. The healthy start makes a real difference in how the tree settles into a new yard.

Care after planting stays simpler than many homeowners expect. Avocado trees in Central Florida need consistent water during the first growing season, then taper off as roots reach deeper soil. Light pruning keeps the canopy open and the fruiting wood productive. Fertilizer goes down several times each year on a schedule the team can outline. Keeping the tree around 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide makes picking far easier and the tree easier to manage. First harvests often arrive in the first year thanks to the grafted rootstock. From there, production builds steadily as the tree matures. The team stays available by phone or text long after the planting day for any follow-up questions.

Buying from Paul’s Nursery means buying from people who actually grow the trees they sell. That direct relationship is hard to find at big-box garden centers or generic landscape suppliers. Each avocado tree has a known history on the property, including its feeding schedule and health checks. Questions get answered by someone who walked past that exact row earlier in the day. Pricing reflects the quality of the trees and the included services without unnecessary markup. Repeat customers come back because the trees they bought years ago are still producing. New customers find a nursery that treats them with respect and patience. The avocado tree you choose today becomes a long-term feature of your yard. 

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Paul’s Nursery offers more than just Avocado Trees for homeowners throughout Clermont, The Villages, and surrounding Central Florida areas. Explore our additional fruit tree varieties below:

Buy Avocado Trees Online By Seeing Our Clermont Stock

The online stock page lets you scroll through current avocado tree availability from any device, day or night. Photos show real trees from the property rather than catalog images. Variety names appear clearly so you can compare Brogdon, Choquette, Lula, and other Florida-friendly options side by side. Size details set expectations for what to expect when the tree arrives. The list updates as trees sell, which keeps the inventory accurate at all times. Homeowners across Apopka, Auburndale, Davenport, Eustis, Groveland, Haines City, Lady Lake, Leesburg, Mascotte, Minneola, Mount Dora, Ocoee, Tavares, The Villages, Wildwood, and Winter Garden use the page regularly. Delivery reaches every community in that service area, and planting is rolled into the same order. A quick phone call or text after browsing usually moves things along faster than email exchanges. The team can confirm sizing, answer variety questions, and lock in a delivery window in one conversation. Free estimates apply to the full delivery and planting service. Central Florida homeowners get an easy path from online browsing to a healthy avocado tree in the ground.

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Paul’s Nursery specializes in fruit trees that grow well in Central Florida conditions, including citrus, avocado, mango, banana, peach, fig, and other fruit varieties for residential properties.

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We provide free estimates and honest recommendations to help homeowners choose the right fruit trees for their property, space, and long-term growing goals.

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Paul’s Nursery continues a long-standing family tradition centered around tree growing, customer relationships, and dependable nursery service in Florida communities.

Commonly Asked Avocado Trees Planting Questions

Paul’s Nursery makes buying an avocado tree straightforward by offering healthy, grafted stock, honest variety advice, and delivery with planting included throughout Central Florida. The questions below cover what homeowners most often ask before placing an order.

Most avocado trees from Paul’s Nursery produce fruit within the first year after planting because they are grafted onto established rootstock. That grafting approach skips the long juvenile phase a seed-grown tree has to go through. Seed-grown avocados, by comparison, can take seven to ten years to produce a single piece of fruit, and the fruit quality is often unpredictable. The size of the tree at purchase affects how heavy the first crop will be. Smaller trees typically yield only a few avocados in the early seasons. Larger trees deliver a much heavier first crop and ramp up production faster from there. The grafted variety also carries the exact flavor and characteristics of the parent tree. That predictable timing makes planning your harvest much easier.

Production scales upward as the tree matures over the next several years. A young grafted avocado tree might produce a modest crop in its first fruiting season, then increase output steadily every year afterward. Branches need time to thicken before they can support a heavier load of fruit. Cooler-season varieties tend to bear fruit between fall and winter, while other types produce later in the year. Pollination patterns affect total yield each season, so weather during bloom plays a role. By year three or four, a healthy avocado tree typically produces enough fruit for a family with plenty to share. Mature trees can produce more than a hundred avocados per season under good conditions. The pace rewards the early planting decision quickly.

Several factors affect how fast a tree reaches full production. Consistent watering during the first growing season helps the root system settle in. Regular fertilizer applications support steady canopy and branch growth. Wind protection helps young leaves develop without damage. Keeping the tree around 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide through light pruning makes picking simpler and helps the tree focus energy on fruiting wood. The team at Paul’s Nursery shares a clear care plan during the buying conversation. Customers can always call or text the team for guidance as the tree grows. That ongoing support helps the avocado tree reach its potential faster.

Cold-hardy varieties tend to perform best across the Central Florida service area. Brogdon, Lula, Choquette, and Mexican-type selections all handle local winters well. Brogdon avocados produce a creamy, dark-skinned fruit and tolerate cold weather better than many varieties. Lula offers strong cold hardiness paired with a rich, classic avocado flavor that customers tend to love. Choquette delivers very large fruit with a mild, smooth taste that works well in salads and spreads. Each of these varieties has its own peak harvest window across the year. Planting two different varieties can stretch the harvest season across more months. The team helps match the variety to your taste and your yard layout.

Climate compatibility matters more than name recognition when choosing an avocado tree. Some avocados struggle with Florida humidity and cold spells. Florida-bred varieties were developed specifically for this kind of climate and outperform mainland imports across the long term. The grafted rootstock at Paul’s Nursery improves cold hardiness even further on most varieties. Customers across Clermont, Groveland, and the wider service area have had years of success with these Florida selections. The trees produce reliably year after year with basic care. Choosing the right variety up front avoids years of disappointment later.

Harvest timing varies by variety, which works to a homeowner’s advantage. Early-season avocados ripen in late summer or early fall, while later varieties extend production into winter. Planting two complementary varieties can give you fresh avocados across many months of the year. Some varieties have larger fruit, while others have richer flavor or thicker skin. The team at Paul’s Nursery walks through these tradeoffs during the buying conversation. Photos on the online stock page show the current selection. Calling or texting the team helps narrow down the best fit for your goals. Every avocado variety on the property has been chosen because it grows well in Central Florida.

One of the real advantages of growing in Florida is that avocado trees can be planted year-round. The trees at Paul’s Nursery are grown in pots, which lets young trees develop strong root systems before they reach your yard. Container-grown stock skips the timing concerns that bare-root trees create. Whether you call in February or August, the planting process works smoothly. Florida’s mild climate supports root growth across every season of the year. The team plants avocado trees throughout the calendar for customers across the region. Booking ahead helps secure your preferred delivery date and variety. The nursery adapts the planting approach to the season at hand.

Each season carries its own slight advantages for an avocado tree. Spring planting takes advantage of warming temperatures and reliable rainfall, which helps new trees settle in quickly. Summer planting works well as long as watering stays consistent through the hot stretches. Fall planting offers cooler temperatures and reduced pest pressure on the new tree. Winter planting puts the tree in the ground during the mildest part of the year, with attention to occasional freeze nights. The grafted rootstock and well-developed pot roots give the tree resilience in any window. There is no wrong month to start. That flexibility makes avocado tree ownership accessible all year.

The buying conversation covers timing in detail when you call or text. The team at Paul’s Nursery talks through your yard, your goals, and your schedule before confirming a date. If a cold snap is forecast soon after planting, the crew can share simple protection steps for the first few nights. Sunlight exposure, drainage, and spacing get walked through during the estimate visit. Avocado trees have gone into yards across Clermont, Groveland, Winter Garden, and the wider service area in every month of the year. Each season produces healthy, established trees with the right approach. Earlier calls usually mean better variety selection. The nursery keeps fresh stock turning over throughout the year.

Avocado trees stay flexible when it comes to spacing in a backyard setting. Paul’s Nursery has planted three or four fruit trees in a single hole to grow intertwined for customers wanting a fuller cluster. Spacing apart is nice when the yard allows, but it is not strictly necessary. The team suggests keeping each tree around 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide through light pruning, which makes picking far easier. That maintained size also fits more avocado trees into a smaller yard footprint. Tight spacing works as long as the trees get consistent care. Homeowners with limited space still get a productive setup. The nursery helps map the right approach during the estimate visit.

Larger yards open up more layout options for an avocado planting. Several trees can be planted in a row to create a small backyard tropical fruit grove. Mixing varieties across the row stretches the harvest season across more months of the year. Each tree still benefits from regular feeding and light pruning regardless of how much room it has. Sunlight exposure on most of the day matters more than raw distance between trees. Underground utilities and septic lines deserve attention before any hole gets dug. The crew checks those details during the planting visit. Planning the layout once saves headaches down the road.

Container growing offers another option for very tight spaces or patios. Larger pots support steady avocado growth over time, though long-term yields stay lower than ground-planted trees. The grafted rootstock keeps the tree compact and productive even in a container. Watering becomes more frequent because pots dry out faster than ground soil. Tropical fruit fertilizer still applies on a regular schedule. The nursery carries options suited to container growing throughout the year. Talking through your space helps the team recommend the right tree. Every yard finds a workable arrangement.

Avocado trees do well with several hours of direct sunlight per day, and partial sun setups can still produce a successful tree. Yards with full sun usually push the heaviest fruit production. Partial sun yards still grow healthy avocado trees with good fruit, just at a slightly slower pace. Morning sun is especially helpful because it dries the leaves quickly after dew or rain. A few hours of afternoon sun supports the steady fruit development through the warmer months. Trees in deeper shade can still grow well as ornamental landscape features even if fruit yield drops. The team helps identify the best available spot in your yard during the estimate. Shady yards are absolutely welcome to grow avocado trees.

The sunlight conversation matters less than many homeowners worry about. Avocado trees handle a range of light conditions across the service area. Older trees in established yards often grow under partial shade from larger trees and still produce fruit each year. The grafted rootstock supports steady growth even when light is less than ideal. Pruning the canopy lightly helps sunlight reach the inner branches and the developing fruit. Keeping the tree around 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide also helps each branch get its share of light. The team has planted avocado trees in yards across the spectrum of sun exposure. Every yard finds a workable layout.

Practical tips help make the most of whatever sun the yard provides. Walking the yard at different times of day before planting reveals the real sun pattern. Buildings, fences, and other trees affect how much sun reaches a particular spot. The crew brings a practiced eye to this assessment during the estimate. Their experience speeds up the decision significantly. The team can recommend a specific spot once they see the yard in person. Customers can call or text with questions as they plan. The right spot makes the rest of the care much easier across the years that follow.

Established avocado trees handle most Central Florida winters well, especially the cold-hardy varieties Paul’s Nursery focuses on. Brief overnight freezes and short cold snaps usually pass without serious damage to a mature tree. The trouble starts when temperatures stay below freezing for many consecutive hours. Young trees in their first year or two face more risk because the trunk and branches lack mature bark. Florida rootstocks add notable cold hardiness to the upper grafted variety. Brogdon and Lula avocados both perform particularly well during Florida winters. Clermont sits in a zone where most years pass without significant freeze damage. The climate suits these avocado varieties consistently across the long term.

Protection during freeze events helps young trees stay safe. Wrapping the trunk with frost cloth or burlap insulates the most vulnerable part of the tree. Draping sheets over smaller trees still works well for short overnight freezes. Outdoor string lights under the cover add modest warmth on the coldest nights. Watering the soil thoroughly before a forecast freeze helps moderate root-zone temperatures. Removing the wrap during daylight hours after the freeze prevents pests from settling in. Most Central Florida winters bring only a handful of nights that require this kind of attention. The team can share simple protection steps when a cold front shows up in the forecast.

Longer freeze events occasionally cause some branch damage even on established trees. Pruning out any damaged wood becomes part of spring recovery when that happens. The tree usually pushes fresh growth from below the affected area within weeks. Patience helps during this stretch, because removing too much too soon can stress the tree further. Avocado trees show real resilience overall when given basic care. Customers can always call or text the team for guidance during recovery. Choosing the right variety and spot reduces freeze risk significantly from the start. Decades of local experience inform every recommendation the team makes.

Yes, Paul’s Nursery offers delivery with planting included throughout the Central Florida service area. The crew brings the tree, the equipment, and the experience needed to install it correctly the first time. Every order includes the planting labor as part of the service. Free estimates cover the full delivery and planting job before any work starts. The team confirms pricing, scheduling, and any prep needs up front. Customers across Clermont, Winter Garden, The Villages, and surrounding areas use this service regularly. The convenience factor alone makes it worthwhile for most homeowners. One call or text sets the whole process in motion.

The planting process follows a careful sequence. The crew assesses the location, checks for underground utilities, and confirms the spot works for the tree. The hole gets dug to the right depth and width, with attention to the root flare position. Backfill goes in with native soil, which encourages roots to grow outward into the surrounding ground. Initial watering soaks the root ball thoroughly before the crew leaves. The team walks you through follow-up care during the same visit. Everything happens in one stop for most installations. That single-visit approach saves time and stress for the homeowner.

Scheduling depends on the season and current order volume. Spring and fall months tend to book up faster than summer and winter. Calling early to plan a delivery date helps lock in a time that works for your schedule. The nursery coordinates around weather when possible, since heavy rain can affect a fresh planting. Phone or text communication keeps the process simple and direct. Customers stay welcome to reach out with any questions long after the planting day. Paul’s Nursery handles each delivery with the same care the trees received on the property. That outcome drives every step of the service.

The first few weeks after planting set the tone for the tree’s long-term health. Water deeply two or three times per week during the establishment phase, adjusting for rainfall. The goal is moist but not soggy soil around the root ball. Hold off on fertilizer for the first month so the roots can settle without being pushed to grow leaves too soon. Watch for any wilting or leaf drop, which usually signals a watering issue rather than anything else. Pest activity at this stage is rare but worth monitoring. The tree is essentially recovering from transplant during this period. Customers are always welcome to call or text the team with any questions during these early weeks.

Ongoing care follows the rhythms of the Florida growing season. Active fertilization runs from March through September to support steady development, while the winter months serve as a rest period where the tree should remain dormant with no fertilizing. Summer requires steady watering during dry stretches and basic pest monitoring. Fall remains a good time for any light pruning. Winter is mostly a rest period, with attention paid to freeze protection on cold nights. Keeping the tree around 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide through light pruning supports easier picking and healthier wood. Heavy pruning is rarely needed for an avocado tree on a sensible schedule. The grafted rootstock keeps the tree productive with modest effort each season.

Pest awareness matters across all seasons. Caterpillars, scale insects, and occasional mites show up on avocado trees from time to time. Spotting issues early keeps treatment simple and inexpensive. Yellow leaves can signal nutrient deficiency, overwatering, or seasonal change, so context matters when reading the symptoms. The team at Paul’s Nursery stays available by phone or text for follow-up questions long after the tree is in the ground. Customers across Central Florida call back years later for advice or additional trees. Paul’s Nursery treats every sale as the start of a relationship, not the end of one. That ongoing support comes standard with every tree the nursery sells.

Get the Best Avocado Trees Near You

Choose Paul’s Nursery for healthy, grafted avocado trees backed by generations of growing experience across Central Florida. Call or text (352) 536-4893 or browse the current stock online to start planning your backyard avocado harvest today.

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