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Requisitos de Água
Once established (12–18 months), Red Tip Cocoplum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Low water requirements once established — one of South Florida's most drought tolerant native shrubs. Water 2x per week for first 6 months; reduce to 1x per week or rainfall only after establishment. SFWMD drought- exempt as a Florida native plant.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Low-phosphorus slow-release formulated for Florida natives. Over-fertilization causes rank growth.
Schedule: Annual or semi-annual with light low-phosphorus native plant fertilizer. Often grows well with no fertilization once established.
Tolerância ao Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 4–15 ft
- Largura Madura
- 4–10 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- moderate
- Demanda de Água
- 2/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $
- Zonas USDA
- 10a, 10b, 11
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 6/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre Red Tip Cocoplum em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Red Tip Cocoplum grow in South Florida?
Red Tip Cocoplum has a moderate growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Red Tip Cocoplum safe for pets?
Yes, Red Tip Cocoplum is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic. Fruit edible to humans and wildlife.
How much water does Red Tip Cocoplum need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Red Tip Cocoplum is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Red Tip Cocoplum tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Red Tip Cocoplum has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.
Is Red Tip Cocoplum available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Red Tip Cocoplum is classified as: allowed. Allowed and encouraged.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Allowed and encouraged. Florida native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Allowed and highly encouraged. Florida Keys native.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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