Lamb Haas Avocado

Lamb Hass is a California-bred hybrid valued for its large size, thick skin, and rich, nutty flavor similar to classic Hass but with a later ripening season. The fruit has a dark, pebbly skin that turns nearly black when ripe. Its creamy, buttery flesh and high oil content make it ideal for fresh eating, guacamole, and culinary uses. Lamb Hass trees are known for their compact, upright growth, making them easier to manage than traditional Hass.

• Origin: California, USA (Hass × Gwen hybrid)

• Fruit Size & Shape: Large, rounded to oval, heavier than Hass

• Skin Color: Thick, dark green to nearly black with pebbly texture when ripe

• Flesh: Creamy, pale yellow-green, high oil content, low fiber

• Flavor: Rich, buttery, nutty—similar to Hass

• Season: Late season (typically August–October in Florida)

• Seed Size: Small to medium seed with a high flesh-to-seed ratio

• Growth Habit: Compact, upright growth; easier to manage than Hass

• Climate Suitability: Performs best in subtropical and Mediterranean climates; moderate cold tolerance down to about 28°F (-2°C)

• Disease Resistance: Good; requires well-drained soil and good air circulation

• Common Uses:

  • Fresh eating

  • Guacamole and culinary recipes

  • Market and commercial production

• Harvest Tips: Pick when skin darkens and allow to soften off the tree

Grown and grafted at Zill High Performance Plants, delivering large, rich avocados with a premium Hass