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), Red Fountain Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low-moderate water. 1-2x per week dry season once established. Very drought tolerant once established.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release 8-2-12. Low maintenance grass.
Schedule: February (after pruning) and September balanced fertilizer.
Tolerância ao Sal
- Altura Madura
- 3–5 ft
- Largura Madura
- 2–3 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- fast
- Demanda de Água
- 2/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 7/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre Red Fountain Grass em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Red Fountain Grass grow in South Florida?
Red Fountain Grass has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Red Fountain Grass safe for pets?
Yes, Red Fountain Grass is considered pet-safe.
How much water does Red Fountain Grass need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Red Fountain Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Red Fountain Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Red Fountain Grass has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Red Fountain Grass available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Red Fountain Grass is classified as: allowed. Allowed — sterile 'Rubrum' cultivar.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed — sterile 'Rubrum' cultivar. IMPORTANT: Verify 'Rubrum' cultivar (purple-red leaves) — NOT green P.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed — sterile cultivar. Verify burgundy-red leaf color at purchase.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed — sterile cultivar. Cold sensitive below 28°F — may die back in severe freeze.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed — sterile cultivar. Very common in Naples area landscapes.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Allowed — sterile cultivar. Good Keys performance.
✓ Apto para costa
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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