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), Petra Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water once established. 2x per week in dry season. Excellent drainage required.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron and manganese supplements in alkaline soils for best color.
Schedule: February, May, September with balanced slow-release. Regular micronutrients in limestone soils.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 3–8 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 2–5 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 3/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 5/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Petra Croton grow in South Florida?
Petra Croton has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Petra Croton safe for pets?
Petra Croton is not safe for pets. Euphorbiaceae — milky sap mildly toxic if ingested. Low risk in landscape settings.
How much water does Petra Croton need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Petra Croton is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Petra Croton tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Petra Croton has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Petra Croton available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Petra Croton is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. The dominant tropical foliage shrub in Broward County landscapes.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Very common in Palm Beach County landscapes.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Common in Naples area landscapes.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate availability in Monroe County.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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