Bacon Avocado Tree | Cold-Hardy B-Type Avocado Plant

Bacon Avocado, B-Type Flower

15 Gallon

$269.00

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Bacon Avocado, B-Type Flower

Avocado ‘Bacon’

Exceptional Cold Hardiness • Smooth, Creamy Texture • Reliable Winter Producer & Pollinator

$269.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Bacon Avocado is a hardy, cold-tolerant, and productive B-type variety, prized for its smooth-textured flesh and reliable mid-winter crops. Its excellent cold resistance and role as a pollinator make it a foundational tree for avocado growers in cooler Bay Area microclimates.

Produces medium-sized, oval to elongated fruit with thin, smooth, green skin that can be more challenging to peel.
Flesh is pale yellow, creamy, and smooth-textured, with a good flavor and slightly lower oil content.
A notably cold-hardy, B-type flowering, self-fruitful evergreen tree with a more moderate mature size.
Fruit ripens in the mid-winter season, providing fresh avocados during the coldest months.
One of the most cold-tolerant commercial avocado varieties, making it a top choice for areas prone to frost.
Serves as an effective pollinator for A-type flowering avocados.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Pleasant and mild, with a clean, classic avocado taste that is less rich than high-oil varieties.
Texture: Very smooth and creamy with a fine grain.
Best Uses: Versatile for both fresh eating and in recipes. Its smooth texture makes it excellent for soups, dips, and slicing.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Foliage: Oblong, glossy green, leathery leaves with smooth, slightly wavy margins and prominent veining.Flowers: Small, yellow-green, Type B flowers (self-pollinating but benefits from cross-pollination with Type A varieties).Fruit: Medium-sized, oval-shaped with thin, smooth green skin that clings tightly to the flesh. Features creamy yellow pulp and a single large brown seed.Flavor: Mild and delicate, with slightly lower oil content compared to Type A cultivars like Hass.
Mature Height: Up to 20 ft (can be maintained at 10–15 ft with pruning)
Mature Width: 15–20 ft
Key Advantages:old-hardy: One of the most frost-tolerant avocado varieties (briefly withstands 25°F/-4°C when mature).Reliable producer: Heavy yields in late fall to winter.Dual-purpose: Excellent for both home gardens and commercial orchards.
Landscape Uses:Edible landscaping as a shade or fruit tree.Pollinator gardens (attracts bees when flowering).
Care Requirements:Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily).Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral pH.Water: Regular irrigation during fruit development; drought-tolerant once established.Pruning: Annual thinning to maintain shape and improve light penetration.

Q: How cold-hardy is the Bacon avocado?A: It is among the most cold-tolerant varieties, capable of withstanding temperatures down to around 25-26°F (-3 to -4°C) with minimal damage, making it suitable for cooler Bay Area locations.
Q: Why is it harder to peel?A: The skin is described as thin yet tough and adherent. Scoring it lengthwise with a knife and peeling it like a banana, or scooping the flesh out with a spoon, is often easier than trying to peel it by hand.
Q: What is its main advantage?A: Its cold tolerance is its standout feature for gardeners in marginal climates. It also reliably produces good-quality fruit in winter and pollinates other trees.