How to protect avocado trees in winter – expert advice to keep these fruiting trees safe from the cold

Avocado tree with dark fruits in a sunny garden.

Avocado trees, Persea americana, are tender trees that are native to equatorial regions in Central and South America, including Mexico and Costa Rica. They are typically grown in warmer zones or indoors, popular for their evergreen foliage and infamous fruits.

While they can be grown in northern regions, learning how to protect avocado trees in winter is crucial if you want them to survive the dark and cold months ahead.