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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Bahama Firebush is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low water once established. 1-2x per week dry season. SFWMD drought exempt — very drought tolerant native. Rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular if any. Native-adapted to low-nutrient soils.
Schedule: Optional light fertilizer February and September. Native species thrives without regular fertilization.
Salt Tolerance
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Mature Height
- 3–6 ft
- Mature Width
- 3–5 ft
- Growth Rate
- moderate
- Water Demand
- 2/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $$
- USDA Zones
- 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 7/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Bahama Firebush at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Bahama Firebush grow in South Florida?
Bahama Firebush has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Bahama Firebush safe for pets?
Yes, Bahama Firebush is considered pet-safe.
How much water does Bahama Firebush need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Bahama Firebush is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Bahama Firebush tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Bahama Firebush has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Bahama Firebush available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Bahama Firebush is classified as: allowed. Allowed and encouraged.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native — native plant credits eligible.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native — native plant credits eligible.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Florida native credit eligible.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed and encouraged for native plant landscaping programs..
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed and strongly encouraged. Florida Keys native — excellent coastal tolerance.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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