My avocado seed sprouted in the avocado- how do I help it grow?

Question

I planted it in some potting soil with the little white shoot up- but I realize now that may actually be a root and I have no idea what I'm doing. Any tips? The sprout is about 2/3 of an inch long. Thanks!

Answer 1

Oh good lord, DON'T remove it. that is the root. Just flip it over and bury it until about half an inch of the top of the seed is exposed. Put it in at least a 1 gallon pot though, they grow fast and need to get a good root system going while they are young. One thing to keep in mind is that if it is a Haas seed, say, you won't get Haas if it ever bears. It will take a few years to get fruit also. And DON't top it out while it's young.

Answer 2

It probably is the root so remove it and replant sideways. If it is root it will grow down, if it's shoot it will grow up. They are very easy to grow so keep the soil reasonably moist without being wet. Feed it now and again and when it has grown to about 12cm cut it back to the lowest leaf bud, that will prevent it from being too leggy.