Zutano Avocado Tree | Mild Flavor B-Type Avocado Plant

Zutano Avocado, B-Type Flower

15 Gallon

$299.00

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Zutano Avocado, B-Type Flower

Persea americana ‘Zutano’

Cool-Season & Cold Tolerant • Prolific B-Type Pollinator • Mild-Flavored & High-Yielding

$299.00

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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 Zutano Avocado is a cool-season, B-type flowering tree valued for its vigor, cold tolerance, and role as a reliable pollinator. While its fruit has a milder flavor and lower oil content, it produces abundant, large crops and is an essential companion tree for boosting yields in home avocado orchards.

Produces large, pear-shaped fruit with thin, yellowish-green, slightly bumpy skin that is easy to peel.
Flesh is pale green, creamy, and has a mild, subtle flavor with a higher water content and less nutty aftertaste.
A vigorous, B-type flowering, self-fruitful evergreen tree known for its hardiness and productivity.
Fruit ripens in the late fall to winter, offering an early-season harvest.
An outstanding pollinator for A-type avocado varieties due to its prolific flowering and compatible timing.
Recognizable by its distinctive, mild taste and slightly fibrous texture.

Flavor Profile:

Flavor: Very mild and light, without the strong nutty notes of other varieties.
Texture: Creamy but with a noticeable higher moisture content and a subtly fibrous consistency.
Best Uses: Great for adding creamy bulk to smoothies, salads, or spreads where a strong avocado flavor is not required. Excellent for blending.

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 undulating margins and pronounced veining.Flowers: Small, yellow-green, Type B flowers (self-fruitful but produces heavier crops when cross-pollinated with Type A varieties).Fruit: Large, pear-shaped with thin, bumpy yellow-green skin featuring tiny yellow speckles; peels easily when ripe. Pale green, creamy flesh surrounds a single large brown seed.Flavor Profile: Mild and subtly sweet with a light, refreshing taste—distinct for its higher water content and lower oiliness compared to Hass-type avocados. Lacks the nutty aftertaste typical of richer varieties.
Mature Height: 25–35 ft (can be maintained at 15–20 ft with pruning)
Mature Width: 20–25 ft
Key Advantages:Cold resilience: Tolerates brief dips to 26°F (-3°C), making it suitable for marginal avocado-growing areas.Early-season harvest: Fruits mature from late fall to early winter (ideal for extending avocado availability).Low-maintenance: Naturally disease-resistant and adaptable to various soil types.
Landscape Uses:Orchard planting for commercial or home harvests.Subtropical shade tree in large gardens.
Care Requirements:Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily).Soil: Well-drained loam or sandy soils; avoid waterlogged conditions.Water: Moderate; reduce irrigation post-harvest to prevent root rot.Pruning: Thin interior branches annually to maintain manageable size and improve air circulation.

Q: Why would I grow Zutano if the flavor is mild?A: Its primary value in a home garden is as a pollinator to significantly increase fruit production on A-type trees like Hass, Fuerte, or Bacon. It also provides abundant, usable fruit of its own.
Q: When is it ready to pick?A: Harvest in late fall or winter when the fruit reaches full size. The skin color is not a reliable ripeness indicator. Pick one and let it soften at room temperature to test.
Q: Is the skin texture normal?A: Yes, its slightly pebbled or bumpy yellowish-green skin is a characteristic trait of the Zutano variety.