Sometimes Nature needs a hand, and the Lamb Hass is a prime example. A product of the University of California’s avocado breeding program during the mid-‘90s, the Lamb Hass is popular with growers because of its precocity, large size and high yield. Similar to the Hass, the Lamb Hass is an excellent tasting avocado that features a thick, pebbly skin that turns black when ripe. Available in the U.S. from California only, the Lamb Hass season is June through October.

Before the Hass, the Fuerte set the standard by which all other avocado varieties were measured. Its flavor and classic green skin make it an excellent choice during its harvest season. Fuerte avocados are grown worldwide and provide high yields of quality fruit. In the U.S., the Fuerte is available from California only, late fall through spring.

Known for its robust flavor, large size and small seed, the Pinkerton offers a premium avocado for a great value. The fruit’s distinctive pear shape and pebbly dark green skin make it an attractive alternative during spring and winter. Available in the U.S. from California only, the Pinkerton is harvested from December to April.

For the last 30 years, the Bacon’s light flavor and green skin have made it an attractive choice during its harvest season. Distributed from California only, the Bacon is available late fall into spring.

Its pebbly green skin, small seed and delicious taste make the Gwen a great choice in spring. Available in the U.S. from California only, the Gwen is harvested in April and May.

The Reed is a large, round avocado with good flavor. Possessing thick green skin and lots of high quality flesh, the Reed is an excellent option when consumers are looking for size or variety. California Reeds are available from May to September.