Have A Avocado Tree That Grows Into Backyard Electrical Wires. When I Have It Trimmed The Next Season There Are Very Few Avocados

Question

. Is there a way to trim the tree without losing the crop next season ? October through January is when I harvest them

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Answer 1

I see your problem. It looks as though the tree may need some thinning. Here is more on pruning:

https://ucanr.edu/blogs/blogcore/postdetail.cfm?postnum=12051

It also may be getting too much nitrogen, which would explain the heavy green growth and minimal fruit.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/how-to-fertilize-avocados.htm

Here's an article that may help. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/avocado/avocado-tree-with-no-fruit.htm