Usos no Paisagismo
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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Água
Once established (12–18 months), African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Very low water once established. Water 1x per week dry season — very drought tolerant. Rainy season needs no supplemental irrigation.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular or slow-release.
Schedule: February and September with light balanced granular. Low fertilizer requirements.
Tolerância ao Sal
- Altura Madura
- 2–3 ft
- Largura Madura
- 2–3 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- moderate
- Demanda de Água
- 2/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 7/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre African Iris em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does African Iris grow in South Florida?
African Iris has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is African Iris safe for pets?
Yes, African Iris is considered pet-safe. Considered low toxicity to pets in landscape use.
How much water does African Iris need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can African Iris tolerate salt air in South Florida?
African Iris has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is African Iris available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, African Iris is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed. Commonly used in Broward xeriscape landscape programs.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Outstanding cold hardiness throughout Palm Beach County.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed. Excellent in Naples area drought-tolerant landscapes.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance for protected Keys sites.
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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