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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), Foxtail Fern is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low to moderate water requirements once established. Water 1-2x per week in dry season; rainy season rainfall usually adequate. Drought tolerant once established. Good drainage preferred.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Not heavy feeder.
Schedule: February and September with light balanced fertilizer.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 1.5–3 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 2–3 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- FLEPPC Category II
- Calificación Iguana
- 6/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Foxtail Fern grow in South Florida?
Foxtail Fern has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Foxtail Fern safe for pets?
Foxtail Fern is not safe for pets. Berries toxic to pets — causes vomiting, diarrhea. Sharp needle-like leaves can cause skin/eye irritation.
How much water does Foxtail Fern need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Foxtail Fern is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Foxtail Fern tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Foxtail Fern has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Foxtail Fern available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Foxtail Fern is classified as: allowed. Allowed in managed landscapes.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 2 — avoid planting near natural areas, Everglades buffer zones, or conservation lands.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Broward has significant conservation lands — avoid planting adjacent to natural areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Avoid near Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge and other natural areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Avoid near CREW, Corkscrew Swamp, and other conservation areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Moderate salt tolerance.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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