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Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Água
Once established (12–18 months), Foxtail Fern is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low to moderate water requirements once established. Water 1-2x per week in dry season; rainy season rainfall usually adequate. Drought tolerant once established. Good drainage preferred.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Not heavy feeder.
Schedule: February and September with light balanced fertilizer.
Tolerância ao Sal
- Altura Madura
- 1.5–3 ft
- Largura Madura
- 2–3 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- moderate
- Demanda de Água
- 2/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Status FLEPPC
- FLEPPC Category II
- Classificação Iguana
- 6/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre Foxtail Fern em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Foxtail Fern grow in South Florida?
Foxtail Fern has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Foxtail Fern safe for pets?
Foxtail Fern is not safe for pets. Berries toxic to pets — causes vomiting, diarrhea. Sharp needle-like leaves can cause skin/eye irritation.
How much water does Foxtail Fern need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Foxtail Fern is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Foxtail Fern tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Foxtail Fern has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Foxtail Fern available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Foxtail Fern is classified as: allowed. Allowed in managed landscapes.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed in managed landscapes. FLEPPC Category 2 — avoid planting near natural areas, Everglades buffer zones, or conservation lands.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Broward has significant conservation lands — avoid planting adjacent to natural areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Avoid near Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge and other natural areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Avoid near CREW, Corkscrew Swamp, and other conservation areas.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Allowed in managed landscapes. Moderate salt tolerance.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guia do Município →Referências completas de portarias disponíveis para assinantes Profissionais. Sempre verifique os requisitos atuais do condado antes da instalação.
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