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), Fakahatchee Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water. 2x per week dry season. Tolerates periodic flooding. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in wet prairie and drainage swale applications.
Suelo y Fertilización
Fertilizer: Minimal balanced slow-release 8-2-12. Florida natives have very low nutrient requirements.
Schedule: February after cut and May with balanced slow-release. NATIVE — very low fertilization needs.
Tolerancia a la Sal
- Altura Madura
- 4–6 ft
- Ancho Maduro
- 3–5 ft
- Tasa de Crecimiento
- moderate-fast
- Demanda de Agua
- 3/10
- Grado Florida
- Florida #1
- Costo Instalado
- $$
- Zonas USDA
- 6, 7, 8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
- Estado FLEPPC
- None
- Calificación Iguana
- 7/10
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Preguntas Frecuentes
How fast does Fakahatchee Grass grow in South Florida?
Fakahatchee Grass has a moderate-fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Fakahatchee Grass safe for pets?
Yes, Fakahatchee Grass is considered pet-safe.
How much water does Fakahatchee Grass need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Fakahatchee Grass is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Fakahatchee Grass tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Fakahatchee Grass has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Fakahatchee Grass available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Fakahatchee Grass is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. FLORIDA NATIVE.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guía del Condado →Broward County
Allowed. Florida native.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guía del Condado →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Florida native.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guía del Condado →Collier County
Allowed. Florida native.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guía del Condado →Monroe County
Allowed. Limited Keys availability — source from mainland native plant nurseries.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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