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GROW AN AVOCADO PLANT - WATER SPROUTING METHOD
HOW TO GROW AN AVOCADO PLANT FROM SEED USING THE WATER SPROUTING METHOD
A step by step guide on how to grow an avocado seed using water + our Propagation Cones.
You can also sprout avocados using the BAG SPROUTING METHOD. Also Plastic free!
Time
Prep Time: 5 mins per Avocado
Grow Time: 2-4 weeks to Root + 2-4 weeks to Sprout
Materials
- AVOCADO SEED - freshly removed from a ripe Avocado
- KNIFE - we are using a Japanese Pocket Knife to cut the Avocado
- TOWEL - we are using our FUROSHIKI to wipe the Avocado Seed
- GLASS - we are using a standard size Drinking Glass
- WATER - to rinse, soak + root the Avocado Seed
- PROPAGATION CONE - to hold Avocado Seed over glass of water to grow roots. You can use toothpicks or another vessel too.
- POTTING SOIL (optional) - if you choose to pot your Avocado Seed once it's rooted
- PLANT POT (optional) - if you choose to pot your Avocado Seed once it's rooted. We are using our size Large 5" Plant Pot.
Instructions
- Using your KNIFE cut the AVOCADO in half carefully without cutting the seed if possible.
2. Remove the SEED from the Avocado center and enjoy your Avocado to eat separately :)
3. Wash the AVOCADO SEED in WATER and clean off any excess avocado from the seed with your TOWEL.
Soak your AVOCADO SEED in WATER for 1-2 days.
4. Remove your AVOCADO SEED from the water and carefully peel the skin off with your fingers. If it is too difficult to peel off, it may need to soak in water for another day or so to loosen the skin.
5. Place your peeled AVOCADO SEED on a PROP CONE over a glass of water. Please make sure the bottom of the Seed is submerged in water but the Cone should not be touching the water (fabric will mold and damage if exposed to water over long periods of time).
6. After a 2-4 weeks (approximately) - you should see your AVOCADO SEED start to crack in the middle and roots will grow from the BOTTOM of the seed.
7. After another 2-4 weeks (approximately) - you should see your AVOCADO SEED start to sprout from the TOP of the seed and leaves will start growing.
8. OPTIONAL: After your AVOCADO SEED sprouts you can pot in your PLANT POT with POTTING SOIL.
***You can technically leave your Avocado Seed growing over water for as long as you'd like BUT if you plant in Soil it will grow faster and it will get more nutrients in Soil vs. Water.
Step by step video guide is also available on our YouTube
Further Steps
- If you keep the AVOCADO Seed growing over water - make sure to change the water once a week or whenever the water starts to look dirty/not clear.
- If you pot your Seed in Soil - please make sure to water frequently as Avocado Plants require a lot of Sun and get very thirsty :)
Please leave any questions or comments below!
- Tags: Grow
14 comments
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Carla on
How long does it take for the plant to produce avocado. How many will it produce
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RT1home replied:
Hi Carla - If you are growing an avocado tree from a store bought seed, there is roughly a 20% chance it will grow to bear fruit. It also takes approximately 5-7 years for an avocado tree to grow from seed and bear fruit. If you are looking for guaranteed fruit production, I recommend buying an avocado tree from a nursery. The avocado plants grown from store bought seeds are typically used more for decorative houseplants. Hope this helps! -
David Carr on
I seem to have obtained a couple of good avocado seeds, as they cracked in a few days and in less than two weeks both have good strong roots developing. While they are both doing well, I’m worried they won’t receive enough light. All my windows face either east or west. Direct sunlight in the morning, dropping off until noon and then no direct light. Should I add supplemental artificial light?
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RT1home replied:
Hi David – Are they receiving 4-6 hours of direct sunlight? I would only add supplemental light / heat if it seems the avocados aren’t growing or seem stunted. Some indirect light in addition to direct sun can be ok as long as the location isn’t too cool. -
DA on
Thank you so much for sharing this tutorial! It is a very helpful guide, I’m definitely going to try it.
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RT1home replied:
You are most welcome! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions along the way. -
Tomasa on
Thank you for the post, you have answer most of the questions that I had. Ive just started my first avacado seed and its doing just what you said.
Thank you
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RT1home replied:
Hi Tomasa -Thanks so much for the feedback. Please reach out if you have any further questions!
- Rhiannon
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Hello Rhiannon.
Thanks for the great info on steps to grow an avocado tree. It’s the first time I am successful :) The plant is now about 20” above the pit and I would like to plant it. You mentioned a pot 5” diameter that seems very small for the plant I have now. Also I don’t have access to store bought special soil mixes. What kind of soil would be best?
Would a mix of Peat moss and sand work?
Thanks.
Judith
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RT1home replied:
Hi Judith -
Apologies for my delayed reply. First off, Congrats on your 1st successful avocado plant! As for pot size, I would recommend selecting a pot (with a drainage hole) that is 1-2" larger in diameter than your avocado root ball. You can use any well draining Soil mix. You could add sand to a standard potting mix or use a cactus/succulent mix. I would not recommend using peat moss as it holds too much water/moisture. Placement of the potted plant should be in Full Sun and indoor temperatures 60-85 degrees F. You will need to water frequently in the beginning and then taper off watering as the plant adapts to the pot. Hope this helps and please reach out if you have further questions!
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