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Nora Grant Ixora (Ixora 'Nora Grant') growing in South Florida
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Nora Grant Ixora — South Florida Plant Guide

Ixora 'Nora Grant'

Family: Rubiaceae · Shrub

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Landscape Uses

flowering hedgefoundation plantingtaller hedgemass planting

Style Tags

tropicalresortcolorfulclassic

South Florida Growing Guide

Light Requirements

Full SunPartial Sun

Water Requirements

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Nora Grant Ixora is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season.

Soil and Fertilization

sandyacid amended limestone

Fertilizer: Acid-forming Ixora/Azalea fertilizer. Iron chelate + manganese quarterly.

Schedule: February, May, September acid Ixora fertilizer. Quarterly iron chelate + manganese sulfate drench.

Salt Tolerance

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Mature Height
48 ft
Mature Width
46 ft
Growth Rate
moderate
Water Demand
3/10
Florida Grade
Florida #1
Installed Cost
$$
USDA Zones
10a, 10b, 11
FLEPPC Status
None
Iguana Rating
5/10

Where to Buy in South Florida

Find Nora Grant Ixora at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast does Nora Grant Ixora grow in South Florida?

Nora Grant Ixora has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Nora Grant Ixora safe for pets?

Yes, Nora Grant Ixora is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Nora Grant Ixora need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Nora Grant Ixora is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Nora Grant Ixora tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Nora Grant Ixora has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Nora Grant Ixora available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Nora Grant Ixora is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

County Availability in South Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Classic Miami-Dade Ixora hedge plant.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard Broward Ixora hedge plant.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold sensitive — protect in freeze events.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Acid soil management critical.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Alkaline Keys soils — intensive acid management.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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