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Once the sprout emerges, allowing it to grow healthily involves light pruning. Gently pinch off any new growth to encourage bushier growth rather than a tall stem, which will help develop a robust tree structure.
Repotting and Care
As your avocado tree matures, it will require repotting into larger containers. Start with larger sizes like a 3-gallon pot, gradually increasing to a 15-gallon pot as the tree grows.
When ready, replant in the ground during the rainy season for optimal growth. Once in soil, the tree requires fertilization twice a year and regular watering. After about ten years, it will ideally bear fruit, although the exact variety and quality of the fruit remain unpredictable.