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), Century Plant is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Virtually no supplemental irrigation once established. Water 1x per week during 3-6 month establishment period only. After establishment, rainwater is entirely sufficient — supplemental irrigation promotes root rot. One of the most drought-tolerant plants available for South Florida landscapes.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Light balanced slow-release fertilizer — minimal need
Schedule: Generally not required. Light balanced slow-release fertilizer in February only if visible deficiency.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 6–8 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 8–12 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- slow
- Demanda de Agua
- 1/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 9/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Century Plant grow in South Florida?
Century Plant has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Century Plant safe for pets?
Century Plant is not safe for pets. Caustic sap causes skin and mucous membrane irritation. Terminal spines cause puncture injuries. ASPCA lists Agave americana as toxic to dogs and cats — causes vomiting, diarrhea, and liver damage with significant ingestion. Not appropriate for pet-accessible landscapes.
How much water does Century Plant need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Century Plant is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Century Plant tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Century Plant has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Century Plant available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Century Plant is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-native, non-invasive.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. No restrictions.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. No restrictions.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Very popular in Naples-area xeriscape gardens and coastal estates.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Good for Keys coastal properties where extreme drought and salt tolerance are needed.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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