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Requisitos de Luz
Requisitos de Água
Once established (12–18 months), Live Oak is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Drought tolerant once established (18-24 months). During establishment, water 2x per week. After establishment, rainfall is generally sufficient in South Florida. Avoid chronic overwatering — root rot and crown decline in poorly drained soils. No supplemental irrigation on established native specimens on SFWMD drought-exempt zones.
Solo e Fertilização
Fertilizer: Slow-release balanced tree fertilizer 10-10-10 or organic compost top-dress (native — minimal need)
Schedule: Established native Live Oaks generally require no supplemental fertilization in South Florida. If deficiency is observed (pale foliage, slow growth), apply balanced slow-release granular tree fertilizer once in spring (March-April) under the full canopy drip line. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers — promotes soft growth susceptible to pest and wind damage.
Tolerância ao Sal
Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.
- Altura Madura
- 40–80 ft
- Largura Madura
- 40–100 ft
- Taxa de Crescimento
- medium
- Demanda de Água
- 2/10
- Grau Florida
- Florida #1
- Custo Instalado
- $$$
- Zonas USDA
- 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
- Status FLEPPC
- None
- Classificação Iguana
- 4/10
Onde Comprar no Sul da Flórida
Encontre Live Oak em viveiros do Sul da Flórida — verifique disponibilidade e preços em viveiros próximos.
Perguntas Frequentes
How fast does Live Oak grow in South Florida?
Live Oak has a medium growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Live Oak safe for pets?
Live Oak is not safe for pets. Acorns contain tannic acid toxic to dogs — especially in large quantities. Acorn ingestion causes vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases kidney failure. Advise clients with dogs to monitor during October acorn fall. Leaf and bark are not a significant concern; acorns are the primary risk.
How much water does Live Oak need in South Florida?
Low water needs (2/10). Once established (12–18 months), Live Oak is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Live Oak tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Live Oak 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 Live Oak available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Live Oak is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected as heritage tree in Miami-Dade County.
Disponibilidade por Município no Sul da Flórida
Miami-Dade County
Florida native — protected as heritage tree in Miami-Dade County. Specimens meeting DBH thresholds require removal or relocation permits from Miami-Dade DERM.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
Ver Guia do Município →Broward County
Florida native — heritage tree protections apply under Broward County Code. Removal of qualifying specimens requires permit.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
Ver Guia do Município →Palm Beach County
Protected heritage tree under Palm Beach County ULDC. Removal of specimens meeting DBH threshold requires permit from Palm Beach County.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
Ver Guia do Município →Collier County
Florida native — protected under Collier County LDC. Heritage tree provisions apply to qualifying specimens.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
Ver Guia do Município →Monroe County
Florida native — allowed and encouraged. Live Oak less common in Florida Keys than mainland South Florida but grows well in protected inland locations.
✓ Apto para costa
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
Ver Guia do Município →Referências completas de portarias disponíveis para assinantes Profissionais. Sempre verifique os requisitos atuais do condado antes da instalação.
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