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Pinwheel Flower (Tabernaemontana divaricata) growing in South Florida
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Pinwheel Flower — South Florida Plant Guide

Tabernaemontana divaricata

Family: Apocynaceae · 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 SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

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

Moderate water. 2-3x per week dry season. Established plants fairly drought tolerant. Good drainage preferred.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandyloamwell drained

Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12 slow-release. Iron chelate supplement if chlorotic.

Schedule: February, May, September balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
48 ft
Lajè Matire
46 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 Pinwheel Flower grow in South Florida?

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

Is Pinwheel Flower safe for pets?

Pinwheel Flower is not safe for pets. Milky latex sap in Apocynaceae family — mildly toxic to pets if ingested. Precautionary disclosure.

How much water does Pinwheel Flower need in South Florida?

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

Can Pinwheel Flower tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Pinwheel Flower has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Pinwheel Flower available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Pinwheel Flower is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. NOT FLEPPC.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Common in Broward tropical garden applications.

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate availability.

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

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate Collier availability.

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

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Excellent in Keys tropical climate.

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

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