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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Pinwheel Flower is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Established plants fairly drought tolerant. Good drainage preferred.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron chelate supplement if chlorotic.
Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 4–8 ft
- Mature Width
- 4–6 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 Pinwheel Flower at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Pinwheel Flower grow in South Florida?
Pinwheel Flower has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Pinwheel Flower safe for pets?
Pinwheel Flower is not safe for pets. Milky latex sap in Apocynaceae family — mildly toxic to pets if ingested. Precautionary disclosure.
How much water does Pinwheel Flower need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Pinwheel Flower is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Pinwheel Flower tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Pinwheel Flower has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Pinwheel Flower available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Pinwheel Flower is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Common in Broward tropical garden applications.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Moderate availability.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical climate.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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