Wurtz Avocado

Wurtz, also known as "Little Cado," is the only true dwarf avocado variety widely grown in the United States. It is prized for its compact size, early production, and rich, creamy flavor. Ideal for small spaces or container growing, Wurtz produces medium-sized green fruit with smooth skin and buttery, nutty flesh. Its smaller stature and manageable growth habit make it perfect for home gardeners looking for fresh avocados in limited spaces.

• Origin: California, USA

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

• Skin Color: Smooth green when ripe

• Flesh: Creamy, pale green, low fiber

• Flavor: Rich, nutty, and buttery

• Season: Mid-season (typically June–September in Florida)

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

• Growth Habit: Dwarf tree, reaches 8–10 feet; ideal for containers or small yards

• Climate Suitability: Best for subtropical and Mediterranean climates; light cold tolerance down to about 25–28°F (-3 to -2°C)

• Disease Resistance: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil and airflow

• Common Uses:

  • Fresh eating

  • Small-space gardening or container growing

  • Backyard avocado production

• Harvest Tips: Pick when fruit reaches full size and softens after several days off the tree

Grown and grafted at Zill High Performance Plants, perfect for home growers seeking a space-saving avocado with great flavor.