Usos en Paisajismo
Etiquetas de Estilo
Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.
Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture for best leaf size and color. Allow top inch to dry between waterings. Good drainage essential — root saturation causes rot.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced 20-20-20 liquid fertilizer or slow-release foliage formula during growing season.
Schedule: Monthly water-soluble balanced fertilizer during growing season March-October. Reduce to quarterly in winter.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 4–6 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 3–5 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 5/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 4/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' grow in South Florida?
Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' safe for pets?
Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' is not safe for pets. TOXIC to cats and dogs — calcium oxalate crystals in all plant parts cause oral pain, drooling, vomiting, and GI distress if chewed or ingested. Mandatory client disclosure.
How much water does Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' need in South Florida?
Moderate water needs (5/10). Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.
Can Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' has low salt tolerance (2/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.
Is Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Elephant Ear 'Regal Shields' is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Common in Broward County premium tropical landscape and commercial interior applications.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Moderate Palm Beach availability.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Limited Keys availability.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Referencias completas de ordenanzas disponibles para suscriptores Profesionales. Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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