Hi All,

I planted this Hass in December, we've had some ups and down, but it certainly seems to be struggling now. Would love to hear the advice of this subreddit.

Here's is a rough timeline:

December: Obtained tree from nursery. Approx 5’ tall, bushy leaves, in pot. Planted in mound.

December - March: Tree developed some flowers, but dropped nearly all leaves.

March: replanted tree to new location, similar soil and mound. (Had to replant due to issue with tree located on an easement)

April: All original leaves dropped. But many new leaf buds observed throughout tree.

May: New leaf buds open, healthy leaf growth all over the tree, though leaves are still small.

Late May: Approx half of leaf growth observed to stop. Many growth sites seemingly wilted, and many leaves are dropped. I read this could possibly be due to excessive heat and sun, so I whitewashed tree following this.

Late May - now: no new growth sites observed, remaining leaves don't seem to be growing much.

I'm in zone 10b, the tree is watered every 4 days via the bubbler in the pic for approx a half hour each time.

(Bonus picture of my fuerte that I planted + replanted at the same time. It seems to be doing well)

I’m new to gardening and started this avocado from a seed a couple months ago. It’s been growing a lot in the past couple weeks and I want to get some care tips to keep in mind as it keeps growing.
I’m in zone 7B, water it once or twice a week depending how the soil looks 1-2 inches down and keep it on the porch that doesn’t give it direct sun.
I rent at the moment so I don’t plan to put it in the ground anytime soon.
That said when should I start thinking about pruning/trimming the leaves? And when should I think about moving it to a bigger pot?
Will it ever bear fruit with how I’m growing it and how should I care for it indoors for the winter?

Arguably, I could use two more support poles for maximum help. But the heaviest branches are already supported well enough.