Light. Plant in full sun, in a spot that does not flood, 23–30 ft or more from buildings and other trees.
Water. Water every other day the first week, then 1–2 times a week for two months. For 3 years, water twice weekly in dry spells of 5 or more days.
Soil and feeding. It grows in sandy and limestone soil but not where water stands. Feed young trees every 1–2 months the first year, then 3–4 times a year, with Citrus and Fruit Trees.
Size. Grows to about 30 ft, and avocados can reach 65 ft. Cutting the top back to 10–15 ft eases harvest and reduces storm damage.
Problems to watch. Timed lawn sprinklers can overwater it and cause root rot. Limbs break easily in strong wind. Brogdon is moderately susceptible to scab.
Good to know. One of the most cold tolerant avocados, possibly to the low 20s°F. Its purple fruit weighs 8–12 oz and matures from mid-July to mid-September.
Sources: UF/IFAS EDIS CIR1034/MG213: Avocado Growing in the Florida Home Landscape
