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Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni) growing in South Florida
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Mahogany — South Florida Plant Guide

Swietenia mahagoni

Family: Meliaceae · Tree

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

specimenshade treestreet tree

Etikèt Estil

tropicalnative

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Moderate4/10

Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

High drought tolerance once established. Prefers moist, well-drained soil but adapts to South Florida's typical sandy/limestone-influenced conditions.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyloamclaylimestone

Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release tree fertilizer

Schedule: Light balanced fertilizer for young trees establishing; mature trees in good soil rarely need supplemental feeding.

Tolerans Sèl

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
4075 ft
Lajè Matire
4060 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
4/10
Nòt Florida
Florida
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
5/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Mahogany nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Mahogany grow in South Florida?

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

Is Mahogany safe for pets?

Yes, Mahogany is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Mahogany need in South Florida?

Moderate water needs (4/10). Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.

Can Mahogany tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Mahogany 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 Mahogany available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Mahogany is classified as: allowed. Florida-native shade and street tree; common throughout the county.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Florida-native shade and street tree; common throughout the county. Plant 5-6ft minimum from sidewalks/curbs.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Common; same root-clearance guidance applies..

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Common landscape and street tree..

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Moderately common..

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Florida Keys native range — well-adapted to Keys growing conditions..

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Toujou verifye egzijans konte aktyèl anvan enstalasyon.

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