Usos en Paisajismo
Etiquetas de Estilo
Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), Buttonwood is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Highly drought tolerant once established. Water 2x per week during establishment (6-12 months in coastal conditions). After establishment, no supplemental irrigation needed in most locations. Tolerates periodic saltwater flooding at tidal edge — one of few non-mangrove plants to do so successfully.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release tree/shrub fertilizer if deficiency observed — generally minimal need
Schedule: Generally not required once established. If deficiency observed, apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 6–30 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 5–15 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 5/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Buttonwood grow in South Florida?
Buttonwood has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Buttonwood safe for pets?
Yes, Buttonwood is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Safe for pet-accessible landscapes.
How much water does Buttonwood need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Buttonwood is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Buttonwood tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Buttonwood has high salt tolerance (10/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Buttonwood available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Buttonwood is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.3075.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Florida native — protected. Excellent for Broward barrier island coastal buffer applications.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Florida native — protected. Less common in Palm Beach County than coastal Miami-Dade and Monroe but appropriate for barrier island locations.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Florida native — protected. Appropriate for Collier County's Ten Thousand Islands area and coastal gulf properties.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Florida native — protected. Buttonwood is one of the most important native shrubs/trees in the Florida Keys ecosystem.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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