Watering Avocado Trees
Adequate drainage is essential for avocado trees. Newly planted trees may need water two to three times per week in their first year. Mature avocado trees need water equal to about 2 inches of rainfall or irrigation each week during the summer.
NOTE: This is part 8 in a series of 8 articles. For a complete background on how to grow avocado trees, we recommend starting from the beginning.
When grown in a container, avocado trees prefer a deep watering over frequent, light watering. Deep watering promotes deeper root growth and strengthens your tree. It’s fine to allow the top of the soil to dry out in between waterings.
Good drainage is essential. Overwatering will cause the leaves to curl and the stem to soften. Underwatering will cause the foliage to wilt, dry and drop.
