There are over 50 different varieties of avocados, but the main two in Australia are Hass and Shepard. And the arguments of which one is better can definitely get heated! Hass avocados are widely grown and are in season from late autumn to early summer. With a creamier and softer texture, it is considered more popular in cooking. Whilst Shepard avocados are in season from late summer to autumn; they have a firmer texture and nuttier taste. They don’t change colour and stay green for longer - great in salads giving a more ‘al dente’ taste. If you are looking for a new kind of avocado that doesn’t turn brown, check out Gem avocados that we've used in our Gem Avocado Salad with Watercress.