Bacon Avocado

Persea americana x ‘Bacon’

Originated in Buena Park, California, by James Bacon. Introduced in 1951. Flesh has a pale yellow/green color. Matures Nov. to Jan. in Orange County and Dec. to Mar. in Ventura County, Ca. Consistent,heavy producer; frost tolerance is excellent. Bacon has a commercial background. The Bacon avocado stays green when ripe and has a good flavor. 

Dimension:

Sleeve Height: 7"

Bacon Avocado 

Parentage

Mexican

Flower Type

Type-B

Fruit Shape

Ellipsoid

Skin Color(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