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), Muhly Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Extremely drought tolerant — one of the lowest water-demand plants in South Florida. Irrigation only during establishment (3-6 months). After establishment, zero supplemental irrigation typically needed. Overwatering causes disease and loss of form.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer or none
Schedule: Light native fertilizer in February if desired — often unnecessary.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 2–4 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 2–4 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- medium
- Demanda de Agua
- 1/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 8/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Muhly Grass grow in South Florida?
Muhly Grass has a medium growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Muhly Grass safe for pets?
Yes, Muhly Grass is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Native grass — no concerns.
How much water does Muhly Grass need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Muhly Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Muhly Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Muhly Grass has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Muhly Grass available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Muhly Grass is classified as: protected. Florida native — HOA cannot prohibit.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Florida native — HOA cannot prohibit. FFL program featured plant.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Florida native — protected. FFL and native landscape standard.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Native — protected. Median and right-of-way standard plant.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Native — protected. Collier right-of-way and native landscape required.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Native — protected. Good for Keys upland locations.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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