Seagrape: Plant Care and Growing Guide (With Pictures)
Feb 1, 2024 — Seagrape trees are popular ornamental plants in South Florida yards. The attractive multi-stemmed trees have a twisting trunk, making them picturesque accent plants. They are also popular in coastal landscapes because they tolerate salt air and help stabilize beach edges.
Sea Grape - south-florida-plant-guide.com
Sea Grape. Coccoloba uvifera. The unusual texture of sea grape, with its big rounded leaves on upright branches, makes it an interesting and handsome large shrub for a South Florida landscape. The leathery leaves grow 8 to 10 inches in diameter, with a hint of red.
Sea Grape Trees Protection in Florida: Everything You Need to …
Yes, sea grape trees are protected by law in Florida under Chapter 581-0300 of the Florida Administrative Code (FAC). This regulation protects several plant species from harvesting or destruction without appropriate permits issued by federal or state agencies.
Seagrape - Gardening Solutions
As a landscape plant, seagrape has a lot going for it. It is a Florida native species. It grows in full sun or partial shade, and is very drought tolerant once established. It also tolerates salt spray and salty soils, making it a Florida-Friendly choice for beachfront homes.
The all-mighty sea grape - UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County
Mar 29, 2022 — The sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera) is a native beach and fore dune plant species. Sea grapes are critical members of coastal communities, particularly on water-facing dunes. Sea grapes require a full sun exposure and sandy, well-drained soils. It is also very salt-tolerant.
Unveiling the Secrets of Florida Sea Grape: Planting, Care, and ...
Dec 22, 2023 — I am surrounded by sea grape, a native Florida species that is both a delightful treat and a beautiful addition to any garden project. In this article, I’ll go over planting tips, Florida varieties, care tips, landscaping uses, and similar species. Join me as I …
Coccoloba uvifera, Sea Grape - University of Florida
Jan 24, 2020 — Coccoloba uvifera, Sea Grape. Commonly used as a shrub and seaside planting, this plant can be trained with regular pruning to make a nice medium sized shade tree. Requiring full sun and sandy, well-drained soils, Sea Grape is made for seaside landscape.
Sea Grape Tree (Coccoloba uvifera): How To Grow and Care
Dec 25, 2023 — The sea grape is a classic and characteristic plant of the sunny state of Florida. Its lovely large evergreen leaves provide valuable shade and its versatility makes it a good choice in a variety of settings.
Sea Grape: a Fine Florida Native - Groundbreaking Roots
Sep 13, 2020 — On the east coast of Florida at the Blowing Rocks Preserve, sea grapes run along the beach arching overhead to form a tunnel tall enough to walk through. If pruned to a purpose, sea grapes can make a dense hedge, an effective noise barrier, or a coastal windbreak.
Sea Grape | South Florida Trees
Habitat: Coastal hammocks, beaches; also widely planted; Sea Grape is drought-hardy and salt-tolerant. Growth Form: Small to medium-sized tree. Similar Species: Sea Grape is related to Pigeon Plum (Coccoloba diversifolia), however, the large, rounded leaves of …