If you have dark gloomy corners in your garden or yard, plant some native shade plants to brighten and liven up the space.

Native insects have evolved along with native plants, so they recognize them as food. Filling a garden with exotic plants ...

Select plants for your shade location based on actual observations of the light and soil conditions, ... Florida Anise: A large native shrub, grows to 10 feet with interesting red flowers.

From Florida natives to non-natives that like our climate, here's a list of flowering trees that do well in coastal Central Florida ...

Native Florida plants provide my grandchildren with garden of wonders. Kim Frisbie. ... Wooly teabush (Melochia tomentosa) is a charming shrub or small tree for sun or part shade.

Florida is very diverse and has more than 2,400 native species, some of which are found exclusively in Florida. Just like introduced species, native plants thrive if matched to the site conditions.

There seems to be fewer native Floridians. This is true with plants, as well. Many commonly used plants in our modern landscapes in Florida, which are thought to be native, are not native. Plants ...

Whether you’re new to South Florida or new to gardening, here’s a guide to how to go native this fall and enjoy the rewards you’ll receive as wildlife and fabulous colors work their natural ...

Florida native plants can be aggressive (versus invasive), like elderberries in disturbed areas, but because they are native, they won’t disturb the ecosystem. They support our native insects ...

Mona lavender isn't native to Florida, but grows well in its climate. Unlike many flowers, this perennial thrives in the shade or filtered light and grows a purple blossom with bright green leaves ...

Keep native plants in harmony with grass for a Florida Friendly lawn. ... but purists would say it is any plant that was found in Florida prior to the arrival of Europeans in the early 16th century.

Equally important, native plants require no toxic pesticides, fungicides or fertilizer, so you’re helping support a sustainable ecosystem for our fragile island. Every native plant counts.