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Avocado Tree 'Mexicola' (Persea americana)

Avocado Tree 'Mexicola' (Persea americana)

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Cold-Hardy Tree, Thin-Skinned Avocado You Can Eat Whole

The Mexicola Avocado Tree is a prized heirloom variety from northern Mexico, celebrated for its cold tolerance, buttery flavor, and unique edible skin. Unlike most avocados, Mexicola has a thin, glossy black skin that’s tender enough to eat right along with its creamy, nutty flesh—making it a one-of-a-kind backyard treasure. Compact in size and highly productive, Mexicola tree is one of the best choices for growers in Zone 8b–10 who want reliable avocados even in cooler subtropical climates.

Why Grow Mexicola Avocado?
  • Edible, paper-thin black skin—no peeling required
  • Cold-hardy down to ~20°F when mature
  • Produces creamy, nutty avocados with high oil content
  • Compact tree well-suited for smaller yards and containers
  • Early-season harvest helps extend the avocado season
Growing Tips:

Plant Mexicola Avocado in full sun and well-drained soil. It prefers deep, sandy-loam soil but adapts well to many conditions if drainage is good. Water regularly while establishing, then moderately once mature. Mulch to protect shallow roots and conserve moisture. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced citrus/avocado fertilizer. Mexicola is a Type A flowering avocado, though it benefits from cross-pollination with a Type B variety (like Brogdon) for heavier yields.
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