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Sea Hibiscus (Hibiscus tiliaceus) growing in South Florida
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Sea Hibiscus — South Florida Plant Guide

Hibiscus tiliaceus

Family: Malvaceae · Tree

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Sea Hibiscus is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water during establishment. Once established, very drought tolerant for coastal conditions. 2x per week dry season.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced tree fertilizer 8-2-12 or palm special with micronutrients.

Schedule: February and September with balanced palm/tree fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Altura Madura
1530 ft
Ancho Maduro
1525 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
fast
Demanda de Agua
3/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$$
Zonas USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
6/10

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Sea Hibiscus grow in South Florida?

Sea Hibiscus has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Sea Hibiscus safe for pets?

Yes, Sea Hibiscus is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Sea Hibiscus need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Sea Hibiscus is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Sea Hibiscus tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Sea Hibiscus 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 Sea Hibiscus available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Sea Hibiscus is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Good coastal Broward County tree option.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed but limited by cold sensitivity in northern Palm Beach County..

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Good coastal Collier County option.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Naturally occurring in Keys coastal areas.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Ver Guía del Condado →

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