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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Bush Allamanda is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water once established. Water 2x per week during dry season; rainy season rainfall usually sufficient. More drought tolerant than cathartica once established. Avoid overwatering — root rot in wet soils.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release 8-2-12 granular. Micronutrients in limestone soils.
Schedule: February, May, September with slow-release granular fertilizer.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 3–6 ft
- Mature Width
- 3–5 ft
- Growth Rate
- moderate
- Water Demand
- 3/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 6/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Bush Allamanda at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Bush Allamanda grow in South Florida?
Bush Allamanda has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Bush Allamanda safe for pets?
Bush Allamanda is not safe for pets. ALL parts of Allamanda are toxic — causes vomiting, diarrhea if ingested by pets. Low risk in landscape settings but advise pet owners.
How much water does Bush Allamanda need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Bush Allamanda is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Bush Allamanda tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Bush Allamanda has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Bush Allamanda available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Bush Allamanda is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Common in Miami-Dade landscape programs.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Popular in Broward commercial and HOA landscapes.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Southern Palm Beach County suitable.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Used in Naples and coastal Collier landscapes.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected coastal sites in the Keys.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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