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Light Requirements
Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Creeping Fig is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season during establishment. Once established, moderately drought tolerant. Self-attached to walls — irrigation at base.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Excess nitrogen promotes excessive growth.
Schedule: February and September light granular. Low fertilizer needs.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 15–40 ft
- Mature Width
- 10–30 ft
- Growth Rate
- fast
- Water Demand
- 3/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 6/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Creeping Fig at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Creeping Fig grow in South Florida?
Creeping Fig has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Creeping Fig safe for pets?
Creeping Fig is not safe for pets. Latex sap causes mild irritation. Low toxicity risk in landscape settings.
How much water does Creeping Fig need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Creeping Fig is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Creeping Fig tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Creeping Fig has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Creeping Fig available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Creeping Fig is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Standard Broward wall-covering vine in HOA and commercial settings.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Very cold hardy — survives throughout Palm Beach County.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Used on concrete walls in Naples community development.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed..
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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