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), Ground Orchid is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture important for active blooming. Excellent drainage mandatory — pseudobulbs rot in wet soils. Reduce irrigation dry season.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Orchid fertilizer (balanced NPK with micronutrients) or balanced 20-20-20 soluble.
Schedule: February through October every 6-8 weeks with orchid-specific or balanced fertilizer.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 1–2 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 1–2 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate
- Demanda de Agua
- 3/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 5/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Ground Orchid grow in South Florida?
Ground Orchid has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Ground Orchid safe for pets?
Yes, Ground Orchid is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Generally considered safe for pets.
How much water does Ground Orchid need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Ground Orchid is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Ground Orchid tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Ground Orchid has low salt tolerance (2/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.
Is Ground Orchid available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Ground Orchid is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Common in Broward tropical garden applications.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Moderate availability.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical warmth.
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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