Salt Tolerance of Landscape Plants After Hurricane Flooding

Crape myrtle: Low tolerance—may die.
Oaks: Moderate to good tolerance—often survive.

Saltwater inundation from Hurricane Dennis threatens landscape plants. Tolerance varies:

Outcome depends on salt concentration and duration. For detailed lists, see UF Extension's "Salt Tolerance of Landscape Plants for North Florida."

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