Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Source for Avocado & Citrus Trees in Southern California
Maddock Ranch Nursery has been a family-owned and operated business since 1946, specializing in high-quality avocado and citrus trees. Founded by Jack and Joellen Maddock in Fallbrook, California, our nursery began as a citrus grove and expanded into avocado cultivation and plant sales in 1960. Over five decades, we have built a reputation for excellence through sustainable practices, expert grafting techniques, and a commitment to land stewardship. Our team includes third-generation family members and long-term employees who share our dedication to quality and customer service. We supply growers, wholesalers, and retail customers with resilient trees grown in 5-gallon, 15-gallon, and 24-inch box sizes.Our process emphasizes careful rootstock selection, hand grafting, and meticulous nurturing to ensure healthy, disease-resistant trees. We offer a diverse range of avocado varieties, including Hass, Fuerte, and Reed, alongside citrus and deciduous fruit trees suited to Southern California climates. Our Bare-Root 2026 program provides pre-order options for select tree varieties. Located at 1163 Ranger Road, we maintain office hours Monday through Saturday to assist customers with their planting needs. As industry leaders, we continue to innovate while honoring our legacy of hard work and agricultural excellence.
Services
Avocado Trees
Citrus Trees
Bare-Root Trees
Nursery Services
Grafting Services
Details
- Year established: 1946
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of experience in California tree cultivation
- Our family-operated nursery maintains multi-generational agricultural expertise
- We employ expert grafting techniques for disease-resistant tree stock
- We offer 24-inch box sizes for mature tree transplantation
- We provide seasonal bare-root tree pre-ordering options
Services
Avocado Trees
We offer a comprehensive selection of avocado tree varieties including Hass, Fuerte, and Reed in multiple container sizes. Our grafted trees combine disease-resistant rootstocks with high-quality fruit-bearing scions. Each tree receives careful nurturing through its growth cycle to ensure optimal health and productivity for commercial orchards and residential properties.
Citrus Trees
Our citrus tree inventory includes lemon, orange, and specialty varieties adapted to Southern California's climate. Trees are grown using sustainable practices and traditional grafting methods. Available in 5-gallon, 15-gallon, and 24-inch box sizes, these trees provide reliable yields for both commercial growers and home gardeners seeking premium quality stock.
Bare-Root Trees
Our annual Bare-Root program offers select tree varieties for pre-order starting in November. These ungrafted saplings provide cost-effective planting solutions for large-scale operations. The 2026 program includes multiple avocado cultivars and is available through our downloadable order form for convenient selection and procurement.
Nursery Services
We provide complete nursery solutions from sapling selection to mature tree transplantation. Our services include expert guidance on tree varieties, planting techniques, and maintenance practices. With decades of experience, we support both novice gardeners and professional growers in establishing successful orchards and landscapes.
Grafting Services
Our skilled grafting team employs time-tested techniques to create superior hybrid trees. Using premium rootstocks like G6 combined with proven scion varieties, we produce trees with enhanced disease resistance and consistent fruit quality. This specialized process ensures long-term tree health and productivity for commercial and residential applications.
People
Jack Maddock
Founder
Established the nursery in 1946 after purchasing a lemon grove in Fallbrook. Pioneered avocado cultivation in the region and developed the nursery business to serve local growers.
Steve Maddock
Co-Owner
Continues the family tradition with decades of experience in citrus and avocado tree production. Maintains commitment to quality and innovation in tree cultivation techniques.
Andres
Master Grafting Specialist
Has perfected grafting techniques over 20 years of practice. Specializes in creating disease-resistant avocado trees through precise hand grafting of premium rootstocks and scions.
Questions
What types of trees do you specialize in?
We specialize in avocado and citrus trees, with over 15 avocado varieties including Hass, Fuerte, and Reed, plus multiple citrus options.
How long has your nursery been in business?
Maddock Ranch Nursery has been family-operated since 1946, serving Southern California growers for over 75 years.
What container sizes do you offer?
We provide trees in 5-gallon, 15-gallon, and 24-inch box sizes to accommodate different planting needs.
Do you offer bare-root trees?
Yes, our annual Bare-Root program offers select avocado varieties for pre-order starting November 1st each year.
What makes your grafting process unique?
Our expert grafting team uses hand-fusion techniques combining disease-resistant rootstocks with premium fruit-bearing scions for superior tree quality.
