Avocado trees do need full sun to thrive. I learned this firsthand when I decided to plant an avocado tree in my backyard. I was so excited about the idea of growing my own avocados and enjoying fresh guacamole whenever I wanted. But little did I know that the success of my avocado tree would heavily depend on its exposure to sunlight.
After doing some research, I discovered that avocado trees are native to tropical regions and require plenty of sunlight to grow and produce fruit. They generally need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day to thrive. So, I made sure to choose a spot in my backyard that receives full sun for most of the day.
However, I do understand that not everyone has a spacious backyard or a suitable outdoor area for growing avocado trees. In such cases, it is possible to keep avocado trees indoors as houseplants. If you choose to do so, it’s important to place your avocado tree by a large, sunny window where it can receive as much sunlight as possible.
In my experience, I kept my avocado tree indoors during the colder months when the outdoor temperatures dropped too low for it to survive. I placed it near a south-facing window, which provided ample sunlight throughout the day. Despite being indoors, my avocado tree still managed to thrive and even produced a few small avocados.
It’s worth noting that while avocado trees can tolerate some shade, they will not perform as well or produce as much fruit if they are not exposed to enough sunlight. So, if you have the option, it’s best to place your avocado tree in an area that receives full sun.
Avocado trees need full to partial sunlight, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight being ideal. If you can’t provide outdoor space, keeping them indoors by a large, sunny window is an option. However, maximizing their exposure to sunlight will greatly enhance their growth and fruit production.