Question
QUESTION: My avacado had numerous blossoms and there are now very small avacados, about the size of a small pea, on the tree.  The problem is they keep dropping off the tree. Is there some fertilizer or something I can give the tree to help them mature?  Thank you. Robin

ANSWER: Hi Robin,
Thanx for your question.  Usually, the problem of fruit drop is due to a cold spell and/or drying winds.  There's not much you can do.  Additionally, a long dry spell can cause a fruit drop.  While the tree won't be adversely affected for the long-term, these conditions usually result in low yields of fruit.  In the case of the weather, there's nothing you can do.  If you have a long dry spell, you can water the tree liberally during the drought period.  Your local county extension agent may have some tips.  If you need contact information, give me your state and county.  I  hope this helps.
Tom

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QUESTION: Tom, thank you for your response.  I live in San Rafael, CA, about 20 minutes north of San Francisco. We have had a very windy period for the last few days and I'm hoping it will stop soon.  Please let me know who to contact locally for additional tips.  Thanks again, Robin

Answer
Hi Robin,
Thanx for the follow up.  This reference is from the University of California Extension Service for Marin County.  I hope this helps.
Steven Swain (415) 499-4204. His e-mail address is [email protected].

I hope this helps.  

Tom