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), Sylvester Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Drought tolerant once established (12-18 months). During establishment irrigate 2x per week. After establishment, once weekly in dry season is generally sufficient. Ensure excellent drainage — does not tolerate chronic wet feet.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: 8-2-12-4Mg slow-release palm special
Schedule: April and August. Palm special 8-2-12-4Mg.
Tolerancia a la Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 25–40 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 10–15 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- slow
- Demanda de Agua
- 3/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida
- Costo Instalado
- $$$
- Zonas USDA
- 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 8/10
Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Sylvester Palm grow in South Florida?
Sylvester Palm has a slow growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Sylvester Palm safe for pets?
Yes, Sylvester Palm is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic but sharp petiole spines can injure pets. Monitor proximity.
How much water does Sylvester Palm need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Sylvester Palm is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Sylvester Palm tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Sylvester Palm has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Sylvester Palm available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Sylvester Palm is classified as: allowed. Non-invasive non-native.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Non-invasive non-native. No restrictions.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
No restrictions. Popular in commercial and HOA installations.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Premium estate and country club choice.
✓ 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 luxury residential.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Better salt tolerance than most Phoenix palms for Keys use.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guía del Condado →Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.
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