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Once the plant reaches six inches in height, trim the top two inches, which should force lower growth and keep your plant hearty. What they look like: Most varieties of avocado are oval- or round-shaped with thick, rough green skin. Depending on the type, avocados can range from three ounces to four pounds. Selection tips: Look for fruit that is firm, yet gives when gently squeezed. If it's still hard, it's not ready to be eaten yet. Two medium avocados should yield about one pound, 2 1/2 cups sliced, diced, or chopped.
The calorie count in half an avocado depends on the type and size. California avocados have a dark-green, bumpy peel and are small enough to hold in the palm of your hand.Florida avocados are larger with a light-green, almost smooth skin.Although avocados are higher in calories than most fruits, they can still be part of a healthy diet when consumed in moderation.lthough Florida avocados are the larger of the two types typically found in stores, they have fewer calories per gram. Half of a Florida avocado weighing 304 grams has roughly 180 calories.