These wonderful plants span the botany rainbow... ...from ferns to wildflowers, grasses to groundcovers, palms to vines, trees to shrubs. Many attract butterflies with colorful blossoms and birds with tasty berries.

Croton linearis, a native of South Florida pine rocklands, is commonly known as pineland croton. This 2’ to 6’ tall semi-woody shrub has dark green linear leaves with white or golden hairs on their lower surface. Small white flowers are present all year.

Feb 1, 2024 · Do you want to incorporate native plants into your Florida garden? Native plants in Florida are well-suited for planting across the Sunshine State. From flowers and shrubs to vining plants and trees, these native species thrive in the hot and humid conditions that define this southeastern region.

South Florida sunny garden shrubs include firebush, cocoplum, saw palmetto, wild coffee, Florida privet, wax myrtle, and buttonwood.

Here are three collections of only native plants - all for full to part sun - that work well together in a landscape design. The name identifying each photo is a link to the Plant Page about that specific plant.

South Florida's various plant communities contain many native species of shrubs suitable for landscaping. In recent years, interest in the use of native plants for Florida landscaping has greatly increased. Some of the reasons for this include the loss to development of natural areas in the state, coastal deterioration due to disturbance of native

Aug 19, 2024 · Native shrubs form the backbone of South Florida's natural habitats by providing shelter and food resources for various local species. These plants have co-evolved with wildlife native to the region, resulting in mutualistic relationships that are vital for survival.

Nov 21, 2019 · Stoppers and other members of the Myrtle family: shrubs to small trees, slow or moderate in growth rate. Ideal for home gardens, under power lines, near buildings. Small fragrant flowers; birds eat berries. Cold-hardy. Take full sun to full shade, but grow taller and lose lower leaves with less sun. Good buffer (planted close together) or ...

Our “Guide for Choosing Native Wildflowers and Plants” includes over 70 Florida native wildflowers, shrubs, vines and grasses that work well in home landscapes and are generally available at nurseries that specialize in native plants.

Native plants are often a good bet for the Florida gardener. A wide range variety could work in your landscape, from vines and groundcovers to shrubs, trees, and palms. Many can serve as good sources of food for wildlife. Some popular natives in Florida include beautyberry, muhly grass, coontie, and Southern magnolia. Any of these sound familiar?