Located in Orange County, Florida, Apopka was established in 1857. 'Indoor Foliage Capital of the World.'. Name from Seminole word meaning 'potato eating place.'.
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Founded1857|Population60,000|Peak60,000(2024)|CountyOrange County
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1857Founded: 'Indoor Foliage Capital.'.
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1882Incorporated: Apopka was officially incorporated as a city.
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1907Economic Development: Apopka grew through manufacturing and industry.
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2010Modern Era: Apopka continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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'Indoor Foliage Capital of the World.'.
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Name from Seminole word meaning 'potato eating place.'.
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Major nursery and foliage plant industry.
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Apopka is located in Orange County, Florida.
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Apopka was founded in 1857.
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