Maria Black Avocado

Maria Black is a Caribbean-type avocado variety highly regarded for its smooth texture, rich flavor, and long shelf life. The fruit develops a deep purple to black skin when fully mature, making it stand out among green-skinned varieties. Its flesh is creamy, low in fiber, and excellent for slicing, salads, or guacamole. Maria Black is productive and reliable, making it a favorite for home growers and small farms.

• Origin: Caribbean

• Fruit Size & Shape: Medium to large, oval to pear-shaped

• Skin Color: Deep purple to black when fully ripe

• Flesh: Creamy, yellow-green, low fiber

• Flavor: Rich, nutty, buttery

• Season: Mid to late season (typically September–November in Florida)

• Seed Size: Medium-sized seed with high flesh-to-seed ratio

• Growth Habit: Vigorous, upright canopy; benefits from pruning to manage size

• Climate Suitability: Tropical and subtropical climates; not cold hardy below 28°F (-2°C)

• Disease Resistance: Moderate; performs best with good airflow and drainage

• Common Uses:

  • Fresh eating

  • Slicing for salads or toast

  • Guacamole and dips

• Harvest Tips: Pick when skin turns dark and fruit yields slightly to gentle pressure after a few days off the tree

Grown and grafted at Zill High Performance Plants, providing a beautiful, flavorful, and reliable Caribbean avocado variety.