Bacon Avocado
Persea americana x ‘Bacon’
The Bacon avocado is a medium-sized green avocado that stays green when ripe. The flesh is yellowish green in color and has a good flavor. It is a Type B avocado and will produce fruits on its own but will produce more when planted with a Type A avocado such as Pinkerton.
| Bacon Details | |
|---|---|
| Parentage | Mexican |
| Flower Type | Type-B |
| Fruit Shape | Ellipsoid |
| Skin Color When Ripe | Green |
| Skin Thickness | Thin |
| Fruit Season | October-January |
| Fruit Weight | 9-16 oz. |
| Seed Size | Large |
| Oil Content | 16% |
| Tree Size | Large |
| Hardiness | Very Hardy to 24°F |
| Flavor | Good |