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Petite Red Ixora (Ixora 'Petite Red') growing in South Florida
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Petite Red Ixora — South Florida Plant Guide

Ixora 'Petite Red'

Family: Rubiaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

low borderfoundation plantinggroundcover masscontainer

Etikèt Estil

tropicalresortformalcompact

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture essential.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyacid amended limestone

Fertilizer: Acid-forming Ixora fertilizer + quarterly iron/manganese supplementation.

Schedule: February, May, September acid Ixora fertilizer. Quarterly iron chelate + manganese sulfate drench.

Tolerans Sèl

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Wotè Matire
1.52.5 ft
Lajè Matire
23 ft
Vitès Kwasans
slow-to-moderate
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
4/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Petite Red Ixora nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Petite Red Ixora grow in South Florida?

Petite Red Ixora has a slow-to-moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Petite Red Ixora safe for pets?

Yes, Petite Red Ixora is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Petite Red Ixora need in South Florida?

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

Can Petite Red Ixora tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Petite Red Ixora has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Petite Red Ixora available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Petite Red Ixora is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Very common in Miami-Dade low border applications.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard Broward County low-border Ixora.

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold sensitive.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed..

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed..

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

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