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Maui Orange Ixora (Ixora 'Maui Orange') growing in South Florida
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Maui Orange Ixora — South Florida Plant Guide

Ixora 'Maui Orange'

Family: Rubiaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

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Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Maui Orange Ixora is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Consistent moisture for peak flowering. Avoid overhead irrigation — promotes fungal issues.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyacid amended limestone

Fertilizer: Acid-forming Ixora/Azalea fertilizer. Quarterly iron chelate + manganese sulfate soil drench. Soil sulfur to maintain pH 5.0-6.5 in limestone soils.

Schedule: February, May, September with acid-forming Ixora/Gardenia fertilizer blend. Iron sulfate + manganese sulfate drench quarterly in South Florida limestone soils.

Tolerans Sèl

Low (3/10) — plant away from salt air exposure
Wotè Matire
35 ft
Lajè Matire
35 ft
Vitès Kwasans
moderate
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
5/10

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Maui Orange Ixora grow in South Florida?

Maui Orange Ixora has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Maui Orange Ixora safe for pets?

Yes, Maui Orange Ixora is considered pet-safe.

How much water does Maui Orange Ixora need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Maui Orange Ixora is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Maui Orange Ixora tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Maui Orange Ixora has low salt tolerance (3/10) and is not recommended near areas with significant salt air exposure.

Is Maui Orange Ixora available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Maui Orange Ixora is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. One of the most widely planted flowering shrubs in Miami-Dade.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard Broward County flowering HOA shrub.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold sensitive — may be damaged in freeze events.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Limestone soil management critical in Naples area.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Alkaline Keys soils require intensive acid management.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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