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Guia de Cultivo para o Sul da Flórida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Água
Water deeply 2–3 times per week during establishment, then reduce to weekly once roots are established.
Moderate water needs. Water 2x per week during establishment (18-24 months). After establishment, 1x per week in dry season or rely on rainfall. Sensitive to overwatering in poorly drained soils — root rot risk. Prefers acidic, well-drained soils — performance declines in alkaline limestone fill.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Acid-forming slow-release tree fertilizer or azalea formula. Chelated iron in alkaline soil areas.
Schedule: February. Acid-forming slow-release tree fertilizer in limestone or alkaline soils.
Tolerância ao Sal
- Altura Madura
- 40–80 ft
- Largura Madura
- 20–40 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- moderate
- Demanda de Água
- 4/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $$$
- Zonas USDA
- 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 4/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
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Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Southern Magnolia grow in South Florida?
Southern Magnolia has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Southern Magnolia safe for pets?
Yes, Southern Magnolia is considered pet-safe. Generally considered non-toxic to dogs and cats in typical landscape exposure.
How much water does Southern Magnolia 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 Southern Magnolia tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Southern Magnolia has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.
Is Southern Magnolia available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Southern Magnolia is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Native to SE US but south Florida range is marginal — Miami-Dade's limestone soils and Zone 10b heat can cause iron chlorosis and stress.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed. Good performer in Broward's slightly more acidic soils.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed and commonly specified. Best South Florida performance in Palm Beach County — Wellington, Boca Raton, Delray Beach.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed. Good for Naples and inland Collier County locations.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Not recommended for Monroe County — Zone 11 tropical conditions exceed this tree's heat tolerance range, and it does not perform well in Keys conditions..
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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