Usos en Paisajismo
Etiquetas de Estilo
Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida
Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Agua
Once established (12–18 months), African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Very low water once established. Water 1x per week dry season — very drought tolerant. Rainy season needs no supplemental irrigation.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Light balanced granular or slow-release.
Schedule: February and September with light balanced granular. Low fertilizer requirements.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 2–3 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 2–3 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 7/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does African Iris grow in South Florida?
African Iris has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is African Iris safe for pets?
Yes, African Iris is considered pet-safe. Considered low toxicity to pets in landscape use.
How much water does African Iris need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), African Iris is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can African Iris tolerate salt air in South Florida?
African Iris has moderate salt tolerance (5/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is African Iris available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, African Iris is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Commonly used in Broward xeriscape landscape programs.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Outstanding cold hardiness throughout Palm Beach County.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Excellent in Naples area drought-tolerant landscapes.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance for protected Keys sites.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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