{"title":"Avocado Trees","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAvocado Trees for Your Home Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore Hass, Pancho Cold Hardy, and Cold Hardy avocado trees in one easy-to-shop collection. Compare available sizes and varieties to find an avocado tree for your growing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Avocado Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview each product listing for USDA growing zones, planting requirements, and care details before choosing. Match your selection to your local climate and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cold-hardy-avocado-tree","title":"Cold Hardy Avocado Tree","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCold Hardy Avocado Tree – Homegrown Avocados, Even North of the Tropics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvocados from your own backyard — it’s not just a warm-climate dream anymore. The \u003cstrong\u003eCold Hardy Avocado Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e (a Mexicola-type variety) tolerates temperatures down to 20°F, making it one of the most cold-tolerant avocado varieties available and a genuine option for gardeners in Zone 8 and warmer who thought avocados were out of reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, creamy, nutty-flavored avocados. Bold, glossy evergreen foliage year-round. And the satisfaction of growing one of the world’s most beloved fruits at home. 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