Itilizasyon Peyizaj
Etikèt Estil
Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid
Bezwen Limyè
Bezwen Dlo
Once established (12–18 months), Caribbean Agave is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
EXTREMELY LOW water — near zero once established. One of the most drought tolerant plants in South Florida. ZERO supplemental irrigation during rainy season. Coastal rain and humidity provide sufficient moisture for established plants.
Tè ak Fètilizasyon
Fertilizer: If any: very light balanced slow-release once per year in February. Over-fertilization harmful.
Schedule: No regular fertilization needed or recommended. Coastal soils and rain sufficient for naturalized species.
Tolerans Sèl
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Wotè Matire
- 3–5 ft
- Lajè Matire
- 4–6 ft
- Vitès Kwasans
- slow
- Bezwen Dlo
- 1/10
- Nòt Florida
- Florida #1
- Pri Enstalasyon
- $$
- Zòn USDA
- 9, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estati FLEPPC
- None
- Nòt Iguàn
- 9/10
Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid
Jwenn Caribbean Agave nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.
Kesyon Souvan Poze
How fast does Caribbean Agave grow in South Florida?
Caribbean Agave has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Caribbean Agave safe for pets?
Caribbean Agave is not safe for pets. Sharp terminal spines — significant physical injury risk to pets. Agave sap contains saponins — GI irritation if ingested. Not appropriate in pet access areas.
How much water does Caribbean Agave need in South Florida?
Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Caribbean Agave is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Caribbean Agave tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Caribbean Agave has high salt tolerance (9/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Caribbean Agave available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Caribbean Agave is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
✓ Bon pou Kòt
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Wè Gid Konte →Broward County
Allowed. Moderate Broward availability.
✓ Bon pou Kòt
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Wè Gid Konte →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Limited Palm Beach availability.
✓ Bon pou Kòt
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Wè Gid Konte →Collier County
Allowed. Limited Collier availability.
✓ Bon pou Kòt
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Wè Gid Konte →Monroe County
Allowed. Naturalized throughout Monroe County and Florida Keys — this is the most common Agave in the Keys landscape.
✓ Bon pou Kòt
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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