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), Podocarpus is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Drought tolerant once established (12-18 months). Water 2-3x per week during establishment. After establishment, occasional dry-season supplemental irrigation only. Avoid standing water — root rot in poorly drained soils is the primary failure cause.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer 8-2-12 or similar
Schedule: February and September. Balanced slow-release shrub fertilizer.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 10–20 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 3–8 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- slow
- Demanda de Agua
- 2/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 5/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Podocarpus grow in South Florida?
Podocarpus has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Podocarpus safe for pets?
Podocarpus is not safe for pets. Seeds and foliage contain taxine alkaloids toxic to dogs and cats. Rarely palatable but advise clients with pets to monitor.
How much water does Podocarpus need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Podocarpus is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Podocarpus tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Podocarpus has moderate salt tolerance (6/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Podocarpus available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Podocarpus is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Not on prohibited list.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Widely specified. No restrictions.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Popular in Palm Beach HOA communities.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Widely used in Naples area communities.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed with limitations. Moderate salt tolerance sufficient for most Key West and Upper Keys locations inland from immediate waterfront.
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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