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White African Iris (Dietes iridioides) growing in South Florida
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White African Iris — South Florida Plant Guide

Dietes iridioides

Family: Iridaceae · Groundcover

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Usos no Paisagismo

bordergroundcovermass plantingmedian plantingxeriscape

Tags de Estilo

contemporarynaturalisticflorida friendlydrought tolerantlow maintenance

Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida

Requisitos de Luz

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Requisitos de Água

Low2/10

Once established (12–18 months), White African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water once established. 1x per week dry season adequate. Very drought tolerant — rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.

Solo e Fertilização

sandylimestoneloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Light balanced granular or slow-release.

Schedule: February and September light balanced granular.

Tolerância ao Sal

Moderate (5/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Altura Madura
23 ft
Largura Madura
23 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

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Perguntas Frequentes

How fast does White African Iris grow in South Florida?

White African Iris has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is White African Iris safe for pets?

Yes, White African Iris is considered pet-safe.

How much water does White African Iris need in South Florida?

Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), White African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can White African Iris tolerate salt air in South Florida?

White African Iris has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is White African Iris available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, White African Iris is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. One of the most widely used groundcovers in Miami-Dade medians and commercial landscapes.

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

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard specification for Broward County right-of-way and median plantings.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Excellent cold hardiness throughout Palm Beach County.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Naples commercial and HOA landscape programs.

✓ Apto para costa

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance for protected Keys sites.

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

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