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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Flax Lily is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low water once established. Water 1-2x per week in dry season — drought tolerant. Rainy season requires no supplemental irrigation.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular. Over-fertilization causes lush growth with weaker drought performance.
Schedule: February and September with light slow-release granular. Low fertilizer requirements.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 1–2.5 ft
- Mature Width
- 1.5–3 ft
- Growth Rate
- moderate
- Water Demand
- 2/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 7/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Flax Lily at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Flax Lily grow in South Florida?
Flax Lily has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Flax Lily safe for pets?
Flax Lily is not safe for pets. Berries may cause GI upset in pets if ingested in quantity. Low risk in landscape settings.
How much water does Flax Lily need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Flax Lily is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Flax Lily tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Flax Lily has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Flax Lily available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Flax Lily is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Common in Broward xeriscape and HOA groundcover programs.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Very good cold hardiness throughout Palm Beach County.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Used in Naples area drought-tolerant landscapes.
✓ Coastal OK
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected Keys sites.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
View County Guide →Full ordinance references and permit requirements available to Professional subscribers. Always verify current county requirements before installation.
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