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), Foxtail Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low-moderate water once established. 1-2x per week dry season. Outstanding drought tolerance for a palm once established. Well-drained soils mandatory — root rot fatal.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Palm special 8-2-12 with Mn, Mg, and micronutrients — essential in South Florida's limestone soils to prevent nutritional deficiencies.
Schedule: 3x per year (February, May, November) palm-specific 8-2-12 + Mn + Mg slow-release.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 20–30 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 8–12 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- fast
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 7/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Foxtail Palm grow in South Florida?
Foxtail Palm has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Foxtail Palm safe for pets?
Yes, Foxtail Palm is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Self-cleaning — no sharp frond issues after fronds drop. Red fruit litter — monitor dogs from excessive fruit consumption (GI upset possible).
How much water does Foxtail Palm need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Foxtail Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Foxtail Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Foxtail Palm has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Foxtail Palm available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Foxtail Palm is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Very common throughout Broward County.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Cold sensitive — zone 10a minimum.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Very popular throughout Collier County landscape applications.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical climate.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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