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), 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.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release 8-2-12. Low maintenance grass.
Schedule: February (after pruning) and September balanced fertilizer.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 3–5 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 2–3 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- fast
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 7/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
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.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
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 Guía del Condado →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 Guía del Condado →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 Guía del Condado →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 Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed — sterile cultivar. Good Keys performance.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Referencias completas de ordenanzas disponibles para suscriptores Profesionales. Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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