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Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), Red Tip Cocoplum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low water requirements once established — one of South Florida's most drought tolerant native shrubs. Water 2x per week for first 6 months; reduce to 1x per week or rainfall only after establishment. SFWMD drought- exempt as a Florida native plant.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Low-phosphorus slow-release formulated for Florida natives. Over-fertilization causes rank growth.
Schedule: Annual or semi-annual with light low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer. Often grows well with no fertilization once established.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 4–15 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 4–10 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 6/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Red Tip Cocoplum grow in South Florida?
Red Tip Cocoplum has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Red Tip Cocoplum safe for pets?
Yes, Red Tip Cocoplum is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Fruit edible to humans and wildlife.
How much water does Red Tip Cocoplum need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Red Tip Cocoplum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Red Tip Cocoplum tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Red Tip Cocoplum has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Red Tip Cocoplum available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Red Tip Cocoplum is classified as: allowed. Allowed and encouraged.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed and highly encouraged. Florida Keys native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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