Michael Conelius is a portfolio manager in the Fixed Income Division at T. Rowe Price. Mr. Conelius is lead manager of T. Rowe Price's Emerging Markets Bond Strategy. He is a vice president of T. Rowe Price Group, Inc., T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., and T. Rowe Price International Ltd.
To grow an avocado tree from a seed, stab the seed with tooth picks, put it in a glass of water and plant the roots system that grows in six weeks. Learn about growing avocado trees with help from an expert gardener in this free video on vegetable gardening. Comments.
Step 2. Sprout the seed. If you're starting with a whole avocado, remove the pit and gently wash it, to remove any residue. Allow the seed to dry for 24 hours and then insert toothpicks into the seed. Push the toothpicks in about 1/4 inch, circling the pit around the approximate center.