Little Red Wagon Native Nursery

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There is but a single species native, or presumably native, to Florida, and that is Blue porterweed, Stachytarpheta jamaicensis. The typical height of only 0.5 to 1 feet with a sprawling habit to about 3 feet. It is best used as ground cover in a garden with extremely well drained soil as its typicaly habitat includes coastal dunes and disturbed areas - not a plant you want to overwater! Butterflies and other pollinators love it. It does best in full sun to part shade. Blue porterweed is not frost tolerant and can potentially die if exposed to temperatures below 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Pruning it back typically provides for new growth if it gets burned by a freeze. The blooms are edible and have a taste similar to mushrooms and look cute on salads. The flower spikes can be used similarly to how a bay leaf is used in cooking. This plant gets its name "porter"weed as there is a natural foam that will build up from dried leaves if made into a tea or brewed into a beer. There is /AC

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Wild coffee - Psychotria nervosa , also known as Seminole balsamo, is a shade-tolerant medium-sized evergreen shrub, with glossy leaves, which grows to 4' and native to Florida. It will typically only reach 4' in full sun and will grow much taller in shade. So while it grows in sun or shade, it will do best in partial to full shade. Its small white blooms in spring are a great nectar source for bees and other pollinators. It produces a small, red fruit that resembles "the true coffee bean" in shape and attract birds. Though the "beans" contain no caffeine, they can be roasted and consumed as a coffee-like beverage. The seeds turn black in late winter. It is moderately salt-tolerant. It is also the host plant for the Coffee-loving pyrausta - Pyrausta laticlavia moth.

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Aquatic milkweed ( Asclepias perennis ) a great evergreen Florida native perennial milkweed, but quite a different species from Swamp Milkweed ( A. incarnata) . It can survive lower amounts of direct sunlight than our other native species, while also handling full sun. It can become lankier during the season but a terrific native as it is available all year to our beloved Monarchs. Aquatic milkweed can tolerate 2-3 months of drought in our Florida sandy soils but also does very well in extremely wet and nearly underwater conditions during the Florida rainy seasons. A mature height in the late spring can reach about 2 - 3' feet. Each is densely covered by lance-shaped deep green leaves approximately 3-5 inches in length. I have witnessed during a few years of milkweed research studies in Central Florida this plant flowers and pushes seed pods in Florida winter months. The flowers are bright white with an occasional hue of pale pink before opening. This wildflower is commonly propagated for home gardeners and is quite hardy. It is also a good specimen for container growing. I plant it in shady areas around my yard that get a mix of filtered sun and shade as well as some areas that are full sun - the plants do well in pretty much any condition Florida seems to throw at it. If you have sprinklers hitting it regularly, it will receive enough water from my experience of having it side by side with 7 other milkweed species. This one is my favorite since it grows year round in Florida!

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These butterfly mix pots are a combination of caterpillar host plants and butterfly nectar plants. Typically they have 2 plants of nectar and 2 host plants.

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Bahama cassia is a tall upright evergreen shrub that may reach a height of 3 to 4 feet. Like many other cassias, this shrub is covered with little yellow flowers year round which are quite attractive next to the dark green, compound leaves. This is a host plant for several sulfur butterflies, which are attracted to these 1/2- to 1-inch-wide flowers. This plant often has seedlings popping up nearby. This could be a mixed blessing by providing for a source of new plants and creating a potential weed problem.

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This perennial vine is a host plant for the Gulf fritillary, Zebra longwing, Variegated fritilary, and Julia butterflies. Bloom color is green and the flowers are a little larger than a quarter in size. It likes part shade to sun and grows in moist to dry soils. The berries can contain small amounts of cyanide when green and birds will eat the berries when ripe. The seeds/berries turn dark purple when ripe.

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Lantana involucrata, known as Button Sage, is the only true Florida native lantana that is a native to the Tampa Bay area and finding it can be a challenge. It is an evergreen shrub which produces dense clusters of small, fragrant, whitish, pale pink to lavender flowers. The lavender berries it produces are loved by birds. Button Sage is common in coastal areas from Central Florida to south Florida. It likes well-drained soil and will take full to part sun. It can grow between 3-5' tall and about 1-5' spread. It is an excellent addition to butterfly gardens as its nectar is attractive to a variety of butterflies and other pollinators and it blooms year-round. It is drought- and salt-tolerant. It also works well as a hedge plant.

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This native plant is called Frogfruit, (Phyla nodiflora )- (aka Fog Fruit, Matchweed, Turkey Tangle, or Capeweed). Frog fruit is a low-growing, native low maintenance groundcover in the Verbena family with lovely attractive small purple and white flowers. This perennial is an evergreen and works well in gardens as edges, borders or anywhere a ground cover works growing 3”-5” in height. It spreads horizontally by runners that will root into the soil where they lay on the ground. It can tolerate foot traffic and mowing, and it is very adaptable to different soils once established. It grows best in full to part sun. It tends to slowly spread where it likes providing both nectar and host plant options for butterflies. It adds nice native diversity to any lawn or landscape and doesn’t seem to compete or push out other plants, including sod. Although it could be a potential sod substitute as a nice Florida native lawn. Frog fruit is a larval host plant for the Phaon Crescent, White Peacock and Common Buckeye butterflies, and the small purple and white flowers are a popular nectar source for low-flying butterflies, bees and other insects. Another easily obtained native plant that establishes with transplant – goes dormant – and then comes back, even if it seems like it has died, roots are still there and it will typically come back where planted and take off.

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This native plant is commonly known as butterfly weed because of the butterflies that are attracted to the plant by its color and its nectar . It is host plant for the queen, monarch and soldier butterflies, as well as the dogbane tiger moth , milkweed tussock moth , and the unexpected cycnia . Hummingbirds , bees and other insects are also attracted to it. It is not a preferred host plant of the monarch butterfly but caterpillars can be reared on it successfully. However, it is one of the very lowest Asclepias species in cardenolide content, making it a poor source of protection from bird predation and parasite virulence. Butterfly weed grows best in dry, sandy soil when given full sun to part shade. This plant can be expected to bloom summer through fall before going dormant in the winter. Butterfly weed grows up to 2-3 feet. Short-lived perennial Winter dormant HT: 12-3 Ft. WT: 0.5 – 1.5 Ft. Flower color: orange Can be grown from seed Exposure: Full sun-part shade Moisture tolerance: dry to very dry Soil type: sand Soil pH: slightly acidic to neutral Blooms: Summer to fall Zone: 8A to 10B //ab

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Mock bishop's weed - Ptilimnium capillaceum is a member of the carrot family. It can be found throughout Florida, in a wide variety of moist to wet soil habitats, but is also well adapted to average soils. It reproduces well by producing large numbers of seeds. As a "wild carrot", this species produces a deep taproot, highly fragrant foliage, and lots of tiny bright white flowers. The taproot provides it with good drought tolerance once it is established and the foliage feeds the caterpillars of Eastern black swallowtail butterflies. It rarely stands taller than 18 inches at maturity. Like many other "carrots" (e.g. dill, fennel), the main stem is hollow and a great many leaves attach to it and off the many side branches. These leaves are compound with finely dissected leaflets. The flowerheads arise from the ends of every stem. At full bloom, mock bishop's weed is attractive. This is a spring/very early summer bloomer. If you add it, you are likely to have it forever if you plant it in a moist to wet location. Give it some bare soil for the seed to land on.

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This short-lived perennial has beautiful showy purple flowers that can be light or dark purple in color. I find it throws off volunteers/sprouts in my garden which can be left to grow where they plant themselves or transplanted. This is an excellent climbing vine given proper support. Once the fruit has dried, the shriveled fruit can be opened showing the brown seeds. It is ideal to plant the seeds right away after removing them. Passion vine can also be grown from cuttings if kept moist while getting established. It is moderately salt tolerant and doesn’t seem to mind sandy soils. It is the host plant for the Gulf Fritillary, Zebra Longwing and Julia butterflies. Be prepared to share this vine as all of these caterpillars are big eaters and provide the service of keeping these vines trimmed. The fruit can be eaten and I hear it makes great jam.

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Pink swamp milkweed Leaves are long (up to 6 inches). Seeds are flat and brown with silky white hairs attached which come from pods, and split open when ripe. Seeds are dispersed when their silky hairs catch the wind. Swamp milkweed occurs naturally in floodplain swamps, hydric hammocks, wet pine flatwoods and marshes. It typically blooms in summer and attracts many pollinators. It is a larval host plant for monarch, queen and soldier butterfly caterpillars. In my garden it grows in partial shade and sunny locations - both in pots and in the ground. Once established, it does well in regular Florida conditions. It goes dormant around late October-November. It may appear above ground not to be viable at this point. If the roots are still viable, the plant will come back from the roots. Sometimes it will even skip a year and come up the 3rd year and every year after that. Part of the native plant cycle.

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This plant is known as Rockland lantana. This is a small low-growing border plant endemic to pine rockland habitat of southern Miami-Dade County. It likes full sun and is a slow growing evergreen. Very popular with pollinators as a nectar source and birds enjoy the seeds - thereby potentially spreading the plant by the seeds of the fruit. Grow to about 2' tall and can spread to about 5' wide. It is not salt tolerant. It likes well draining semi dry to dry soil once established. /AC

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Pineland lantana, aka East Coast lantana, is a long-lived endangered evergreen perennial with bright yellow flowers that never becomes multi-colored with age. This plant can get up to 6' tall and pollinators love the nectar. You can propagate this from stem cuttings and seed. It is best to use cuttings to avoid the potential of establishing hybrids with other lantanas that are not native. Highly salt tolerant and likes sandy soils and lime rock. While this is a Florida native, its natural range is in the very southern part of eastern coastal Florida and inland dunes. It will grow in our area well; however, it is not a true Tampa Bay area native. /AC

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Virginia Pepperweed (Lepidium virginicum) is a host plant for the Great Southern White butterfly (GSW). A Florida native plant that is very important for wildlife - and we can eat it. Allow this to grow in your garden or intentionally plant it to attract this beautiful butterfly to your garden. The young leaves can be used as a potherb, sautéed or used raw, such as in salads. The young seedpods can be used as a substitute for black pepper. The leaves contain protein, vitamin A and vitamin C. It prefers sunny locales with dry soil (sounds like Florida to me). Check out the bright blue tips on the butterfly's antennae - the sure sign it is the GSW.

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This long-lived perennial is a very robust perennial shrubby like wildflower found throughout Florida. This plant can get quite tall - up to 5 or 6'. It has very showy white flowers with black flecks - hence the name salt and pepper. It does go dormant in the winter. When it gets leggy, it is good to prune a little. It likes part sun to fullsun, moderately salt tolerant and moist to dry soil. It will reseed itself. It is he avily used by butterflies, skippers, bees, and wasps for nectar as it has a very high nectar value. It blooms year-round if the plant doesn't go dormant. /AC

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Starry Rosinweed is a robust wildflower that occurs naturally in flatwoods, sandhills and disturbed areas . It has bright showy yellow flowers which attract a variety of butterflies, native bees and other pollinators . Flowerheads are large, up to 2½" in diameter. B irds can eat its seeds. Regarding seeds, it readily self-seeds and collecting seeds can be done by removing the dead head flowers once they are thoroughly dried on the plant. Following pollination, the flower loses its ray and disk flower petals. As the flower dries, what is under the disk will be plate-like seeds. Seeds should be stored at room temperature and planted in late winter or early spring. It can also propagate by rhizome, so root cuttings are a possibility. This plant likes partial sun to full sun and has good drought tolerance. Grows to 3- 5.5'. The common name rosinweed refers to the gummy or resinous substance found in the stems. Native Americans chewed stems to clean their teeth.

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Spicebush is a deciduous shrub growing to 6–12 feet tall. The leaves, along with the stems are aromatic and when crushed have a spicy, citrusy smell and thus its name . In the fall the leaves turn a very bright and showy yellow color. The yellow flowers grow in clusters appearing in early spring, before the leaves begin to grow. The ripe fruit is a red and berrylike and is eaten by several bird species. It is the host plant for the Spicebush swallowtail butterfly (Papilio Troilus) .

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This annual is a fun plant and low growing 1' tall and up to 15' wide, the wild sensitive-pea gets its common name from the fact that the leaflets fold together when touched with a finger. Also known as sensitive cassia, sensitive or small partridge pea. It likes to grow in man-made or disturbed habitats , grassland, meadows, fields and occasionally wetlands in full sun. Sandy soil and once established, requires little water as it likes it on the dryer side. The yellow flowers are a nice nectar source when the plant is blooming and the plant is a food source/ host plant for Cloudless Sulphur, Sleepy Orange, and Little Yellow caterpillars.

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Tampa verbena ( Glandularia tampensis ) is a pretty, low-growing annual with showy pinkish-purple flowers. It requires full sun and tolerates moist to dry soils that are on the acidic side. The plant is a great nectar source for butterflies, moths, and bees. It is listed as an endangered species by the State of Florida. Evergreen, short-lived perennial HT: 1 – 1.5 ft. Flower color: purple, showy Full sun Moisture tolerance: moist to very dry Slightly drought tolerant Soil type: disturbed sandy soils Soil pH: acidic to neutral Blooms sporadically throughout year Can be used as groundcover /djs

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Stoke's Aster ( Stokesia laevis ) is a perennial that can grow approximately 1 to 1.5 feet with a spread of 6 inches to one foot. This is a very showy, periwinkle purple flowers that blooms regularly from May to September and potentially year-round, if planted in full sun but it will also tolerate part shade and bloom less often. It prefers moist, well-drained sandy soil. It occurs naturally in savannas, flatwoods, and roadside depressions. /AC

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An evergreen perennial wildflower with showy powderpuff blooms appearing in spring through summer, and grows about 1/2" tall and spreads up to 100', loves part shade to full sun, moist to dry soil and makes an excellent ground cover. It can be used as a turf replacement and mowed. It isn't great for heavy traffic. The cute pink puff flowers with yellow tips are almost whimsical. It is also the host plant for the Little sulphur butterfly. It occurs naturally in open, disturbed areas and along roadsides.

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Tropical Sage, Salvia coccinea provides a beautiful bloom in red, white or pink that is not only ornamental, but also favored by butterflies and hummingbirds. In my garden this native perennial grows 2-4 feet tall and about 2 feet wide and reseeds itself. The flowers are about one-inch long and tubular in shape. The color and the nectar are a nice draw for hummingbirds, as well as butterflies and many other pollinators. For the best blooms plant it in full sun sites in well-drained typical Florida soil. Tropical sage is not salt-tolerant. Plant about 18 inches apart. If you remove old flowers you will have more continuous blooms. When the plant gets leggy and ragged it can be cut back to stimulate new growth and blooms. This plant also does well in containers. Many volunteer plants will emerge from seeds produced over the year. These could get too crowded and require some thinning. In addition to seeds, the plants can be propagated by division or cuttings can be rooted. This is truly an easy plant to grow and enjoy!

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Coreopsis is a genus of flowering plants in the Aster family, Florida’s official wildflower . With 16 species native to the state (and at least one found in every county), these beautiful flowers are also used extensively in Florida’s roadside plantings as part of the Florida Department of Transportation’s Wildflower Program . Leavenworth’s tickseed ( Coreopsis leavenworthii ), a 1.5-3 foot tall species that likes mesic soils and begins blooming in early spring. They have wonderful, daisy-like yellow blossoms and they also provide extremely valuable ecosystem services. Coreopsis is an important food source for the caterpillars of five moths – the Sunflower Bud Moth, Dimorphic Gray, Sunflower Moth, Common Tan Wave, and Southern Emerald. Audubon notes that in our area, the plant’s seeds may attract a whole range of birds including Cardinals and Grosbeaks, Chickadees and Titmice, Crows and Jays, Finches, Nuthatches, Sparrows, and Woodpeckers. Finally, the Florida Native Plant Society reports that Coreopsis species are an important nectar and pollen source for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. The Old Farmer’s Almanac notes the symbolic meaning of Coreopsis is “Always Cheerful.” Since these flowers can be a wonderful asset to almost any type of garden if you select the right species for your soil conditions, why not add some more cheer to your world? Plant some Coreopsis and help #NurtureNative. /djs

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Twinflower ( Dyschoriste oblongifolia ) is a Florida native perennial related to the snapdragon. True to its name, it produces blossoms in pairs with cute light purple tubular flowers with dark purple or blue spots on the lower lip. It is easy to grow as a ground cover or as a base plant in pots with taller plants in the same pot. White tolerant of dry soils, it is not drought tolerant, and extended dry periods are incompatible with keeping it as a landscape plant without watering. With cold enough temperature it will dormant in the winter. Height is around .5 to 1 foot. Does well in partial to full sun. It is the host plant for Common buckeye butterflies and attracts pollinators for nectar.

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Swamp Twinflower- Dyschoriste humistrata is a wetland relative of the nearly ubiquitous upland twinflower (D. oblongifolia). Unlike its close cousin, swamp twinflower is confined to the peninsula, from the Georgia border to DeSoto County in the south-central region. It is a native butterfly host plant for the Common Buckeye (Junonia coenia) butterfly. It has a light lavender flower and is often used as a groundcover in low maintenance gardens.

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White Twinevine - Sarcostemma clausum is in the milkweed family and an evergreen vine. It prefers moist soil, but does well in pots in my yard and along a fence. It gets long runners that can be trained to go where you want them to. It could bloom at just about anytime of year. It is a host plant to the Monarchs, Queens and Soldier butterflies. A great plant for the Monarch lover that is always running out of milkweed. Move your 3rd instar cats to this vine and have more of your other native milkweed to fill back in. Monarchs and Queens will also lay eggs on it. The intertwining vines make a nice shelter for the caterpillars to give them protection. This is a fast grower and you won't run out of it.

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Florida has its own native plumbago (leadwort) species, and while it’s not as showy as the non-native blue plumbago, it certainly deserves more attention. Like its showier cousin, Wild Plumbago is a host plant for tiny Cassius blue butterflies, and its flowers are mainly pollinated by butterflies. As a native plant, it deserves a place in the Florida butterfly garden, as well as any native or wildflower garden. This evergreen grows to about 1' tall and 3-4' wide making it a great ground cover in part shade to shady conditions. It also works well as an understory plant. The blooms are white and the Cassius blue typically lays her eggs on the unopened buds. It is difficult to find their caterpillars as they are quite tiny and do not consume noticeable amounts of the plant like other butterfly species' caterpillars do.

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Whorled milkweed (Asclepias verticillata)! A single-stem perennial that can grow up to 3 feet tall. It grows narrow, linear leaves in whorls around the stem and small, greenish-white flowers that pollinators enjoy. It is considered one of the most delicate yet toxic native milkweed plants, so plant it away from livestock. This milkweed can spread if it likes where it is planted, so plant one of these in your garden, and it could turn into a patch! It is another host plant to the Monarch and Queen butterflies, so if you plant it, they will come! AC

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Wild Petunia is a native wildflower found throughout Florida in native woodlands. Although the common name is petunia, the flowers in the Ruellia genus are not true petunias, which are members of the Solanaceae (nightshade) family. They spread and are known as strong growers under adverse conditions. It likes dry, sandy soils to moist soils, full sun to partial shade and is easy to grow - a very adaptable groundcover and does well when mixed with other low-growing flowers. This 12"-tall plant, remains low-growing and has light green leaves that are medium in texture. Blue or violet flowers appear on this perennial in the spring, summer and fall. Flowers only remain open for a day, but plants have a high yield and a long blooming period. These flowers are showy, and their nectar is appealing to various species of butterflies and is a host plant for the White peacock and Common Buckeye butterflies. Caution : Many big box garden centers sell the highly invasive Mexican petunia ( Ruellia simplex ). This species is a FLEPPC-listed Category I invasive species , which means it has escaped cultivation and is known to alter native plant communities by displacing native species. (See fleppc.org for more information and to see a list of Category I and II species ). Mexican petunia spreads quickly and does not respond well to herbicides. You can help control the spread of this invasive species by not planting it in your landscape and instead planting the native Ruellia species.

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Pawpaw tree ( Asimina triloba ) is a small (15 to 20 feet) understory tree that typically grows along streams, low bottom woods, and in floodplains. The plant does not self-pollinate, but if fertilized, the paw paw’s springtime maroon flowers can produce the largest edible fruit native to North America by late summer. Often described as tasting like a cross between a banana and a mango, pawpaw can be eaten raw, used to make jams, ice cream or flavor beer, or cooked in breads and pies. In addition, the pawpaw, like several shrubs in the custard apple ( Annonaceae ) family, is the food source for Zebra Swallowtail caterpillars. September 16 is National Pawpaw Day. /DJS

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Florida paintbrush is a showy, perennial herbaceous wildflower that blooms from mid-summer into fall. It is an herb, a species of North American plants in the sunflower family . It grows up to 3 ' tall. It produces a flat-topped inflorescence with many small purplish flower heads containing disc florets but no ray florets It occurs naturally in sandhills, pine flatwoods, scrubby flatwoods, mesic flatwoods and ruderal areas. It is very attractive to butterflies as well as other pollinators. It likes full sun to minimal shade. This makes a nice addition to formal and naturalistic landscapes. It is easy to integrate and maintain. Spent flower heads should be deadheaded to prevent the spread of seed - or allow the spread of seed if you want more of this plant.

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Scutellaria species (spp.), commonly known as skullcap, are perennial, herbaceous plants frequently classified as wildflowers. In Florida, 11 species are native to Florida. They have unique seed stalks and blue to purple flowers. The name Scutellaria is derived from the Latin word “scutella,” which translates to “little dish,” referring to the structure of the calyx. The calyx protrudes over the base of the flower, resembling a cap or helmet, giving it the common name skullcap. This plant grows in diverse environmental areas ranging from uplands, seasonally flooded, and ruderal areas. They have both ornamental and medicinal value. This plant has pleasing flower stalks, long season of blooming, and is drought tolerant.

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Beautyberry ( Callicarpa americana ) is a staff favorite, with showy clusters of pink flowers in the spring and bright purple fruit throughout the fall and winter. This woody, evergreen, perennial shrub's showy purple berries are a good fall food source for songbirds and humans. A favorite of orioles, wood warblers, and waxwings, this is a surefire winner that grows in partial shade. Its showy spring clusters of white flowers are a great nectar source for bees. Further to our north, this plant is also a food source for Spring Azure and Snowberry Clearwing caterpillars. This shrub grows best in moist soil with full sun to partial shade. //dj

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Small Flower Pawpaw ( Asimina parviflora ), a long-lived perennial tree that features small, brownish-purple, six-petaled flowers that bloom from April to May, adding a touch of elegance to any garden. This perennial tree can reach up to 15 feet tall and 10 feet wide, providing ample space for small mammals and birds to harvest its fruit. The Small Flower Pawpaw thrives in loose, moist sandy soil and requires partial shade when first planted. In addition to its attractive flowers, the Small Flower Pawpaw produces edible fruit that is smaller than other pawpaw varieties. The fruit can be enjoyed raw or used in cooking, making it a versatile addition to your garden. Furthermore, the leaves of the pawpaw are the only food source for Zebra Swallowtail butterfly caterpillars, making this plant an excellent choice for those looking to support local wildlife. Perennial tree Approx. size: up to 15 ft. tall by 10 ft. wide Flower color: Brownish red, purple Fruit: Green, brown Blooms April to May Exposure: Part shade Moisture: Usually moist, no flooding Soil: Sand Propagation: Seed Small mammals and birds harvest the fruit Larval host plant to: Zebra Swallowtail /mp

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Tickseed ( Coreopsis lanceolata ) is a 1-2 foot tall species with yellow daisy-like flowers that prefers full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and thrives in nutrient-poor sandy or rocky soils. A great choice for wildflower beds or butterfly gardens as it is a great nectar source. It self-seeds; birds and other small wildlife consumes its seeds. /AC

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This long-lived evergreen is a wonderful vine that is not super aggressive, easy to control and doesn't product suckers. The white flowers start out as a star shape and turn into what looks like little pom-poms. Birds enjoy the black fruit it produces. These flowers are tiny and frequently described as inconspicuous. Native to limestone habitats in South Florida, these plants like full sun to part shade and moist to dry soil. It is not salt tolerant. The plant is host to four native butterflies that are found in our area: Julias, Variegated fritillaries, Gulf fritillaries, and Zebra Longwings. This is listed as an endangered species by the State of Florida. /AC

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Gopher apple is a Florida native hardy evergreen woody groundcover that grows to only 3 to 12 inches tall. If you like the taste of pink bubble gum, you’ll like gopher apples - although some say they are tasteless. Nearly every woodland creature likes them as well, especially tortoises and are also edible to humans. Often seen on dunes and roadside scrub habitats, mature plants will spread over several square yards and form a thick groundcover. It spreads and forms colonies by way of underground rhizomes. Gopher apple is in the Chrysobalanaceae family . The fruit is whitish to brown in color and has one large seed about an inch long. It is a tough, wiry plant that likes full sun and blooms white flowers that attract pollinators in the summer and has been known to bloom year-round. It spreads well even in poor soil but it is nearly impossible to transplant. It can help stabilize dry, sandy soils. It is drought tolerant and fire-adapted. Gopher apple has been confused with runner oak, which has a similar growth habit and is found in similar habitats.

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Blazing star ( Liatris gracilis) is a short-lived perennial in the Aster family whose native range includes most of Florida and a few counties in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. Found in habitat that includes dry hammocks, oak scrubs, longleaf pine-wiregrass flatwoods communities, mixed oak-pine woodlands, grasslands, sandhills, and limestone outcroppings, blazing star cannot tolerate wet to slightly dry soil. At 4-6 feet tall, the upper 1/3 of blazing star’s stalks are covered in tiny purple flowers that are most profuse during the fall months. Like other Liatris species, blazing star requires full sun and is a great nectar source for native bees, moths, and butterflies. Plant it in the back of your garden and be prepared to let it go to seed — the seeds attract small birds which snack on them. Short-lived perennial Height: 4-6 ft. Width: narrow spike Flower color: purple Fruit: white Exposure: full sun Moisture: moist to dry Soil: sand Attracts butterflies and bees Not salt tolerant Drought tolerant To collect seeds, wait until flowers are a light tan Blooms in fall, generally October to November pH: Acidic to neutral Zone: 8A to 10B /djs/ab

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Wild Poinsettia aka Paintedleaf is an erect annual to short-lived perennial. Its interesting foliage provides a nice accent to a wildflower garden or native plant landscape, but it can be very aggressive as it readily self-seeds. Its tiny flowers attract butterflies and bees. The seeds are a favorite of mourning doves. Paintedleaf also is known by the scientific name Euphorbia cyathophora . The genus Euphorbia (as well as the family name Euphorbiaceae) refers to the Greek physician Euphorbus, who discovered many medicinal properties of plants in this genus. Other common names include Florida poinsettia, wild poinsettia, dwarf poinsettia and fire-on-the-mountain. It is related to the common “Christmas” poinsettia ( Euphorbia pulcherrima ), which is indigenous to Mexico and bears larger, more striking red bracts. It likes moist to dry, well-drained sandy soils, full sun to partial shade and grows to about 2' tall. It is self-seeding, but I hear seeds are difficult to start. CAUTION : The milky sap is toxic and can irritate the skin.

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Firebush is a hardy, fast-growing and showy evergreen shrub to small tree. It spreads with a rounded form as it grows. It produces clusters of bright orange to red tubular flowers that are filled with nectar. The blooms vary in length, attracting both butterflies and hummingbirds. Fruits are small green berries that turn red and then purplish-black as they mature. Borne in clusters, the berries are plentiful and are eaten by a variety of birds and small mammals. They are also edible to humans (although I hear the taste is not particularly desirable). Leaves, stems and flowers have many medicinal properties including anti-inflammatory, analgesic and diuretic treatments. It typically blooms spring through fall but can bloom year-round in warmer climes. It likes dry, sandy soils with full shade to full sun. It grows up to 18'+ tall and can spread to 3-6' around. It is excellent for borders along boardwalks, paths, and sidewalks. It is fast-growing and easy to maintain. It will adapt to a variety of conditions and is even slightly salt tolerant. The foliage is more attractive in shady situations, but it flowers best in full sun. This plant is also the host plant to the Pluto sphinx moth.

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Commonly known as rue, common rue or herb-of-grace, is a species of Ruta grown as an ornamental plant and herb. It is native to the Balkan Peninsula. It is now grown throughout the world in gardens, especially for its bluish leaves, and sometimes for its tolerance of hot and dry soil conditions. It is also cultivated as a medicinal herb, as a condiment, and to a lesser extent as an insect repellent. Although we are a native nursery, we are focused on pollinators. This herb is the host plant for the Eastern Black Swallowtail and Giant Swallowtail. So this is why we make this plant available. Please note- It is highly recommended to wear gloved when handling rue. Rue can cause rash and blisters which worsen when exposed to full sun. //ab

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AKA - Twinberry. This is a nice, great looking, and versatile Florida native that provides your landscape with fragrant flowers year-round, colorful berries, and evergreen leaves. Bees and butterflies enjoy this plant. Its greenish fruit provides food for many bird species. The berries turn bright reddish-orange as they mature. While fruit is edible for humans, the seeds are quite bitter. It can function as an ornamental shrub or a small tree depending on the cultivar and how you prune it. It works great as a specimen or background shrub or grouped as a border, buffer or hedge. It is hardy and suitable for difficult areas where other plants may not do well. It is a perennial that likes moist to dry sandy or calcareous soils. It does well in partial shade to full sun and grows from 3'-20' tall. M ore sun exposure will contribute to a smaller form and will encourage more blooms. In the shade, Simpson’s stopper may grow taller and have a straggly, untidy appearance.

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Donate a small portion of your purchase to support Tampa Bay Butterfly Foundation's conservation, education and research efforts in the Tampa Bay area.

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This is a small, tough, woody cycad and l ike all cycads, the coontie has ancient origins. This Florida plant is the only cycad native to Florida. It's also the preferred food source for larvae of the rare Atala butterfly. It is a low-growing, slow-growing plant, typically one to three feet tall. It has stiff, glossy, featherlike leaves attached to a thick, short, underground stem. It has high drought tolerance and moderate salt tolerance, and is an excellent option for the coastal landscape. It is cold-hardy, also. Coonties can be planted in sun or shade, and can be used as a specimen plant or in foundation and massed plantings throughout the state.

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Coral honeysuckle ( Lonicera sempervirens ), is a 12-15 foot vine that has beautiful, trumpet-shaped coral flowers during spring, summer, and early fall. A true favorite of hummingbirds, this flowering vine is a triple winner: nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds; caterpillar food for several butterflies and moths (including the Hummingbird Clearwing, which is a moth occasionally seen in our area); and fall fruit for birds. This plant likes full sun but can grow in part shade. It requires good drainage and air circulation to avoid powdery mildew. Be sure to plant it near a trellis or fence for support – honeysuckle likes to climb, which means it’s a great way to add some vertical interest to your garden. Be sure to plant our native vine: Japanese honeysuckle ( Lonicera japonica ), which is commonly available at non-native nurseries, is a Category I invasive plant in Florida.

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Christmasberry is a woody evergreen shrub, a wetland species that is highly salt tolerant. It can grow 3-8' tall. It is best suited for coastal landscapes, but is very adaptable and can be acclimated to a variety of sites. It loves the sun and produces delicate flowers that vary in color from bluish-white to deep lavender. Flowers typically appear in the fall, although in the Tampa Bay area they can flower intermittently throughout the year. In my garden it has been blooming most of the year but a larger flush of blooms and berries between mid-October through December. Christmasberry gets its common name from the bright red, egg-shaped berries that it produces in abundance in December helping our winter bird population when little else has berries. It has also been referred to as Carolina desert-thorn, which is a reference to the occasional thorns borne on its branches. Although less thorny than most rose bushes based on my vast rose growing experience. AC

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Excellent Florida mulch! Not chemically treated, so it offers a nice place for our wild bees to live when used in our native gardens.

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Cabbage Palm ( Sabal palmetto ) is one of Florida's state trees and grows to almost 100 feet tall in any soil condition. It is the #1 nectar source in Florida for pollinators. It is hurricane wind-resistant and tolerates full sun to full shade. Cabbage palms can grow in moist to very dry conditions so it's flexible as our Florida weather changes. which is why it's one of Florida's . Seeds spread easily so don't be surprised if you see offspring shooting up nearby. The plant is one of the hosts for Monk Skipper caterpillars. • Brown fronds provide a unique habitat for tree frogs and bats which are a natural mosquito control. • Frizz from the fronds makes great nesting material. • Flowering branches (inflorescences) provide nectar for bees and butterflies. • Palm berries are sources of highly nutritious food for local birds, migratory birds, and small mammals. • The palm “boots” (leaf bases) are important habitat for other plants, including the beautiful Golden polypody fern. Every landscape in Florida should include one or more of these! Fun Fact: The bud of the Cabbage Palm is edible and known as "heart of palm". /AC

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This is a native hibiscus for Florida. It is known as scarlet hisbiscus, rosemallow, marsh hibiscus or swamp mallow. It can grow to 4-8'. This spectacular native shrub, with large scarlet flowers, is a butterfly-attractor. While its native habitat includes w et sites. strands, sloughs, swamps, brackish and freshwater marshes; commonly in water. It is a tall herbaceous perennial which dies back to the ground going dormant in late fall after its leaves turn a pretty fall pale yellow and fall off. They do well at the edge of the CFC (Center for Conservation) ponds in Apollo Beach and blooming. Each year they come back bigger, stronger and with more stalks. When planted initially Florida was in drought season and the plants were planted 2 feet from the waters edge. As of rainy season the plants were 1' under water and still thriving! My tortoise absolutely loves the red flowers!

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Slender Goldenrod ( Solidago stricta), also known as Wand Goldenrod, is a long-lived perennial in the Asteraceae family whose native habitat includes sandy pine barrens and wet coastal areas. With plume-like clusters of tiny yellow, daisy-like flowers atop stems that can easily reach 5 feet tall, this low-maintenance plant usually blooms in our area between August and October and is winter dormant. Like most goldenrods, slender goldenrod performs best in full sun although it can tolerate some light shade. Slender goldenrod also tolerates occasional salt water intrusion and some exposure to salty wind. An important nectar source for a variety of our native pollinators and migrating Monarchs, slender goldenrod pairs really well with narrowleaf ironweed ( Vernonia angustifolia ) and blazing stars ( Liatris spp. ) Although people frequently blame goldenrods for causing hay fever, the real culprits are ragweeds ( Ambrosia spp. ): the plants flower around the same time each year but it’s ragweeds’ wind-borne pollen that triggers allergic reactions in many people. With tall clusters of tiny yellow flowers in late summer and early fall, goldenrods produce lots of seeds just in time for birds migrating through the area. It’s a favorite of thrushes, waxwings, vireos, wood warblers, cardinals, and chickadees, and titmice. Long-lived perennial flower Size: 3 -5 ft. Flower: Showy, yellow Fruit: White Full sun, part shade Moisture: Moist, well-drained Soil: Sand Nectar plant for Monarchs and other butterflies Recommended for a wildflower garden /djs

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Seaside Goldenrod ( solidago sempervirens ) is a resilient and vibrant perennial, perfect for coastal and sunny landscapes. Growing between 2.5–6 feet tall with a spread of 1.5–2.5 feet, it features clusters of brilliant yellow flowers that bloom amidst waxy-coated leaves, providing a splash of color in coastal upland forests, marshes, and bayshores. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this hardy plant prefers dry to very dry sandy soil and demonstrates moderate salt tolerance. In addition to its visual appeal, Seaside Goldenrod carries historical significance with medicinal uses dating back to Roman times and practices by Seminoles for treating wounds. As a nectar-rich plant, it serves as a vital food source for pollinators, particularly monarch butterflies. With its spreading nature and adaptability, this perennial is an excellent choice for naturalized gardens and pollinator-friendly habitats. Short-lived perennial Height: 2.5 – 6 ft Width: 1.5 – 2.5 ft Flower color: yellow Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture: dry to very dry Moderately salt tolerant Soil type: sandy Tends to spread /mp

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Dune Flower ( Helianthus debilis ) is a hardy perennial shrub that grows 1 to 2.5 feet tall and spreads 2 to 8 feet wide, forming a striking groundcover. Its vibrant yellow flowers thrive in full sun, while the plant’s salt tolerance and preference for well-drained sandy soils make it ideal for coastal environments. This drought-tolerant shrub aggressively self-seeds, creating a dense, protective thicket that provides shelter for small birds and animals. Additionally, it serves as an excellent nectar source, attracting a variety of pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any wildlife-friendly garden. Short-lived perennial shrub Height: 1 – 2.5 ft Width: 2 – 8 ft Flower color: yellow Readily self seeds Exposure: full sun Moisture: slightly moist to very dry Highly salt tolerant Soil type: sand, loam Provides a thicket for protection of small birds and animals Used as ground cover for sandy environments /mp

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St. John's Wort grows to about 2-3' wide and remain low to the ground, making it a nice foundation flowering shrub. It is a woody plant with lots of yellow flowers all summer. It provides showy brown seed capsules in the fall for our fall bird migrators. It is a good pollinator nectar source and has attractive dark green foliage.

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Elderberry ( Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis ) produces gorgeous clusters of white flowers in the spring, graceful – almost lacy leaves – and beautiful dark purple (almost black) berries. This shrub can fuel migrating birds’ long-distance journeys, or provide a feast for those stopping here for the winter. The berries are toxic when raw but edible when cooked. Long-lived perennial shrub Flower color: white Fruit Color: blue, purple or black Fruits are very high in vitamin C Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture: moist to slightly dry Soil type: sand, clay, loam Weak stems, breaks easily Not salt tolerant Height: 10 -15 ft /djs

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This showy Florida native attracts a plethora of pollinators. This plants fragrant white flowers and lavender bracts can be seen from early summer to early fall. Spotted Bee Balm can reach 2 to 3 feet when given the right conditions. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, and dry to slightly moist soil. //ab

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Buttonbush aka Button Willow, Honey Bells, Globe Flower, and Little Snowball - this is a fast-growing deciduous long-lived perennial shrub/small tree ideal for wet areas and rain gardens in full sun to part shade. It occurs in swamps, ponds, and stream banks throughout Florida. It grows about 6-12' tall and 4-8' wide. The flowers are unusual, long-lasting, boldly aromatic flowers that lure in passing butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. It flowers from late spring to late summer. The flower ball can be an inch or more across. The fruit is brown in color. The foliage is poisonous to livestock and humans. This plant can be propagated by seed or hardwood cuttings. For our Lepidoptera friends, it is the host plant to several moths including titan sphinx ( Aellopos titan ) and hydrangea sphinx ( Darapsa versicolor ) moths. Form: shrub Long-lived perennial Height: 6-12 ft. Width: 4 – 8 ft. Flower color: white or yellow Moisture: moist to wet Bloom: late spring, white flowers Fruit: Bright red fruit in summer Exposure: full sun to partial shade Propagation: Seed Soil type: sand, clay, loam Zone: 5A to 10B pH: Acidic /ab

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Darrow's Blueberry/Dwarf Blueberry ( Vaccinium darrowii ) is a compact shrub that grows up to 2 feet tall, making it an excellent choice for low hedges or border plantings. It features striking pink and white flowers, followed by attractive blue, purple to black fruit. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, this plant prefers moist but well-drained, acidic sandy soils. A favorite among native bees and other pollinators, Darrow's Blueberry also provides a valuable food source for birds and wildlife with its nutritious fruit, making it a wonderful addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Evergreen shrub Long-lived perennial Height: 2 ft. Width: wide-spreading Flower color: white, pink Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture level: moist to dry Not salt tolerant Soil type: sand Soil pH: acidic Fruit color: blue, purple, black Fruit is edible to humans, birds, and other wildlife Attracts various pollinators, native bees Found in moist sites, flatwoods and scrubby flatwoods /mp

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Highbush Blueberry ( Vaccinium corymbosum ) is a versatile shrub that brings both ornamental beauty and ecological value to gardens and landscapes. Growing to heights of 6 to 12 feet with a spread of 3 to 5 feet, it can be shaped into a picturesque hedge or planted as a standalone feature. Its delicate white flowers bloom in spring, followed by clusters of blue-black berries that ripen in summer, providing visual interest and a valuable food source for birds and other wildlife. Thriving in partial shade, Highbush Blueberry prefers slightly wet to dry, acidic sandy soil and is well-suited to Florida’s growing conditions. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this shrub supports local ecosystems by attracting a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, to its blossoms. Its delicious berries can also be harvested for culinary use, making it a practical and rewarding addition to gardens that prioritize both beauty and biodiversity. Long-lived perennial shrub Used as a natural hedge Flower color: white Fruit color: blue black Exposure: partial shade Height: 6 – 12 ft. Width: 3 – 5 ft. Soil type: sand Requires acidic soil Moisture level: slightly wet to dry Not salt tolerant Found in moist-wet sites, hardwood swamps, cypress swamps, seep swamps Fruit is edible for humans and birds and other wildlife Attracts many pollinators, native bees /mp

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This is a nice low evergreen shrub with showy flowers in the spring and small pretty little shiny leaves. It is found in nearly all of Florida. It makes a nice wildflower, but as a short-lived perennial it has a relatively short lifespan. Growing only 1-2' tall it makes a nice low border hedge. It likes part shade to full sun. The flowers are pink to white, berries change colors and the fruit is blue/black when ripe with an appearance of a powdery fruit like that on grapes. Solitary plants rarely fruit. Although difficult to germinate, it propagates from seed. It is not salt tolerant - it will tolerate salty wind but not direct salt spray. This plant likes moist to dry well draining sandy acidic soil. Birds and other wildlife love the fruit.

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A perennial deciduous shrub, to small tree. It makes a nice understory tree under large trees with canopies like oak trees. It has 8 to 12-inch-long leaves shaped like oak leaves - hence the name. The flowers are white or pink, and are delicately beautiful. You won't get the large softball-sized blooms you would see on the non-native French Hydrangeas, but this native is prolific and stunning in its own right. This shrub holds interest even when not flowering with its stunning foliage. It prefers dry to partially wet soil, but can do well in occasionally wet soil. It can do well in partial shade to shady light conditions, and is a favorite plant to rely on for flowers in shady areas. It will grow to 6 to 10 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide. It has little to no salt tolerance. Once this shrub is established, it will thrive on natural rainfall. If you are looking to brighten up some shady areas in your yard, this beauty is well worth a try. Shrub Long-lived perennial Height: 2.5 – 12 ft. Width: 2 – 5 ft. Flower color: white Fruit: brown Exposure: partial shade to full shade Moisture level: moist to very Soil type: sand, clay, loam Bark can be used as an exfoliant Can be used as borders and hedges Can endure harsh winters and severe cold Leaves turn a variety of vivid colors before dropping /mp

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Flatwoods Plum ( Prunus umbellata ) is a stunning native shrub to small tree that brings seasonal charm and ecological benefits to landscapes. Typically blooming in March, its crown becomes adorned with a profusion of showy white flowers that attract a variety of pollinators, particularly bees. Though its bloom time is relatively brief—lasting about a month—it transitions into producing an abundance of deep purple fruits during summer and fall, offering nourishment to birds and other wildlife. The plums are edible for humans and are best suited for jams or jellies due to their slightly bitter flavor. Caution: Be sure to remove the seeds before consuming, as they contain cyanogenic compounds which can be toxic if ingested in large quantities. Flatwoods Plum thrives in full sun to partial shade with moist to dry sandy soil, and it adapts well to a wide range of soil types, including acidic or alkaline clay, sandy, or loamy soils. With a growth habit reaching 10–20 feet tall and an equally wide crown, this tree adds structure and beauty to any setting. Its resilience and ability to support both pollinators and wildlife make it a valuable addition to Florida gardens. Form: tree Long-lived perennial Height: 12 – 20ft. Width:12 – 20 ft. Flower color: white Fruit color: purple Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture level: moist to dry Soil type: sand Not salt tolerant Fruit is edible for birds and other animals Found in hammocks, pine woods, mixed woods Fruit can be used to make jelly /mp

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Spanish Stopper ( Eugenia foetida ) is a versatile evergreen shrub and long-lived perennial that produces delicate white flowers and brown to black fruit. The fruit serves as an essential food source for birds and other wildlife, making this plant a valuable addition to any eco-friendly garden. It blooms during the spring and summer, and its dense foliage provides excellent shelter and protection for birds and small animals. This hardy plant tolerates full sun to partial shade and thrives in a range of soil types, including sandy soil, loam, and lime rock. It adapts well to moisture levels ranging from moist to very dry and demonstrates moderate salt tolerance, making it suitable for coastal areas. Additionally, it is resistant to hurricane winds, enhancing its appeal as a durable and reliable landscape option for Floridians. Often used as a hedge plant, the Spanish Stopper is a practical choice for creating natural privacy screens while supporting local wildlife. Evergreen shrub Long-lived perennial Flower color: white Fruit color: brown, black Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture level: moist to very dry Moderately salt tolerant Soil type: sand, loam, lime rock Hurricane wind resistant Blooms in spring and summer Fruit is food source for birds and other wildlife Dense foliage provides cover for birds and small animals Used as a hedge plant /mp

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They are called bird peppers because birds love to eat the fruit. They are also known as Chiltepin. This is the only chile native to the US. Despite their small size, these chiles are really, really hot! Should you find a plant, try one of the chiles. It is an experience you will truly remember. It is thought to be the wild progenitor of the common culinary pepper. The fruit is edible to humans, but be warned — it is hot! On the Scoville scale, it typically measures between 50,000 and 100,000 units, but some have been documented at over 1,000,000 units. That’s hotter than a habanero! Now that we are very aware the ripened fruit is hot! More about this adorable plant. Bird pepper is a nice evergreen shrub found primarily in coastal hammocks in South and Central Florida. The plant’s dainty flowers bloom year-round and attract mostly bees. With the plant blooming year-round you have constant white, green and red color on this plant providing additional interest in your landscape and interest from birds. After bloom there is a green berry and then the berries turn red when it is ripe. It is an annual or short-lived perennial that likes moderately moist to dry, well-drained sandy soil , clay or calcareous soils. It does well in full sun to partial shade exposure and grows to about 3' +/- tall. It is drought tolerant and generally pest free. It can survive cold temperatures, but does not do well with frost or freezing temperatures. Annual flower Evergreen Height: 3 ft Width 2.5 Ft Flower color: white Fruit color: orange, red Exposure: full sun to part shade Moisture: dry to very dry Soil type: sand, clay Fruits are edible, caution: hot and spicy! Birds eat the green, unripe peppers pH: All Zone: 8A to 10B Propagation: seed or cuttings /mp

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This is a terrific plant for birds that produces white to pink flowers and red berries all year! This evergreen grows about 3-5' tall and 1-3' wide. It likes moist well draining to moderately dry soil. While it is known to do well as a full spectrum plant full shade to full sun, I have experienced it does best in partial shade to understory conditions. This plant always has color on it year-round, and wildlife love it, too! It is not a salt tolerant plant with inundation but can handle some salt wind but not spray. /AC

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This Florida native rose bush shrub enjoys the sun and can handle part shade also. A pink delicate bloom that is fragrant repeats all summer. It can grow 6-8' tall. It does have lots of thorns but pollinators enjoy the flowers!

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This is a nice low sprawling woody ground cover whose flowers are attractive to pollinators and blooms are either white or yellow. It is not salt tolerant, likes sun to part shade and moist to to a little dry soil.

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The Vanilla plant aka Vanilla leaf is a short-lived perennial that goes dormant in the winter and is the sunflower family. There are showy lavender/purple flowers. It likes partial shade to full sun. It works well in wild flower gardens and meadows. Mature plants will grow pups next to the main plant and over time slowly spread in the landscape. Not salt tolerant. It likes sandy soil. The flowers attract many butterflies, bees and other pollinators.

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Transform your garden into a haven for wildlife with the vibrant Golden Creeper/Beach Creeper ( Ernodea littoralis) ! This versatile evergreen shrub grows to a neat 2–3 feet in height and width, making it perfect for low hedges or ground cover. It features stunning flowers that bloom year-round in shades of white, orange, pink, and red—an irresistible attraction for hummingbirds and pollinators. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Golden Creeper/Beach Creeper adapts easily to lime, rocky, or sandy soils ranging from slightly moist to very dry. Its drought tolerance adds to its appeal for gardeners in challenging conditions. Plus, birds and other wildlife flock to its yellow fruits, ensuring your garden is full of life throughout the year. Add a splash of color, vitality, and ecological benefits with Golden Creeper/Beach Creeper! Shrub: Low hedge/groundcover Size:2-3 ft. Flower: White, orange, pink, red Fruit: Yellow Blooms year round Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Moisture: Adaptable Soil: Lime rock, sand pH: Acidic to calcareous Drought tolerant /mp

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This perennial is an aquatic member of the carrot family, grows to about 2-3 feet tall and blooms white flowers in late summer to early fall. It requires moist to very wet conditions and can be grown in a container. This plant is one of the many Florida native water plants in our newly planted Koi pond at the nursery. When blooming the black swallowtail will lay eggs on it - another host plant for the beautiful black swallowtail.

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Flat Leaf Parsley ( Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum ) is a low-maintenance annual that adds flavor and charm to any garden. Growing in compact clumps about 1 foot tall and wide, this herb thrives in consistently moist, well-drained soil and adapts well to full sun or partial shade, making it ideal for Florida gardens. While widely prized for its edible leaves—used primarily as a garnish—it also serves as a lovely addition to landscapes, especially in hanging baskets where its green foliage can cascade attractively. Flat Leaf Parsley offers ecological benefits as well, serving as the larval host plant for the Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly ( Papilio polyxenes ). Growing this versatile and aromatic culinary herb not only enhances culinary endeavors but also supports pollinators, creating a vibrant and sustainable garden environment. Non-native Biennial herb (native to Europe) Height: 0.75 to 1 ft. Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Moisture Level: Moist Soil type: clay, loam Not salt tolerant Propagation: seeds during the 2nd year Soil pH: slightly acidic Low maintenance Larval host plant for Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly /mp

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Water Hyssop ( Bacopa monnieri ) is a versatile, long-lived perennial herb that thrives in wet environments, making it an excellent choice for water gardens, marshes, and stream edges. With its delicate white-to-pink flowers, this resilient plant tolerates full sun to partial shade and serves as a beautiful, low-maintenance groundcover in very moist to wet soils. Water Hyssop plays an essential ecological role, providing habitat support as the larval host for the White Peacock butterfly and serving as a nectar source for pollinators. Dormant in winter, it returns each growing season to brighten wetland landscapes with its lush greenery and charming blooms. Whether you're cultivating a biodiverse garden or simply looking for a plant that flourishes in wet conditions, Water Hyssop is a valuable and visually appealing addition. Long-lived perennial herb Flower color: white, pink Winter dormant Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture level: very wet to moist Can be used as ground cover Found in lake edges, stream floodplains, marshes, swamps Larval Host Plant for White Peacock butterfly /mp

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A stunning fall red flowering perennial that likes full shade to full sun and prefers wet-moist conditions. It is not salt tolerant. It attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other pollinators. It grows about 3-5' tall and 1' foot wides, remaining slender. Once blooms are spent, the plant remains low to the ground until the following year in late summer and bolts up more blooms.

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A lovely stately evergreen fern likes part to full shade and makes a wonderful understory plant growing only 2-4' tall and 2' wide. It likes moist hammocks and will tolerate some dry conditions. The shiny but leathery 3' tall fronds form a striking upright architectural specimen in the garden.

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Low peperomia is a nice perennial which is a low grower making it a nice ground cover or houseplant. It gets about 6" tall and about 12" wide. It likes solid moist to slightly dry in part shade to full sun. It is not salt or extreme cold tolerant. It flowers and fruits in thin spikes, flowers are tiny and mature into tiny round warty fruit. It is on the endangered plant list for Florida. Houseplant Blog : https:// bit.ly/3zUZOIR

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Florida Peperomia ( Peperomia obtusifolia ) is also known as "Baby Rubber Plant" for obvious reasons--it's thick, waxy leaves. It makes a great ground cover for shady areas as it only grows to approximately 6 inches to just under 1 foot. It's low maintenance, drought tolerant when it is established but can also be grown as an indoor houseplant as well. It can be used as a ground cover since it stays small. This plant is listed as endangered by the State of Florida. Grow to about 1' tall and 1-2' wide. /AC

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Cutleaf Coneflower ( Rudbeckia laciniata ) is a resilient perennial that dazzles with its bright yellow blooms, bringing vibrancy to any landscape. Well-suited to full sun or partial shade, this adaptable plant thrives in wet to well-drained soils, including loam, organic muck, and sandy varieties. Its seeds, ranging from brown to black, provide a vital food source for birds, while its flowers support pollinator populations by attracting a diverse range of species. In addition, Cutleaf Coneflower plays an essential ecological role as a larval host for the Silvery Checkerspot butterfly, making it both a visually appealing and environmentally valuable choice for gardens and naturalized areas. Long-lived perennial Flower color: Yellow Fruit color: Brown, black Winter dormant Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Moisture level: Wet to slightly moist Soil type: Loam, organic muck, sand Seeds are food source for small birds Attracts bumble bees and butterflies Larval host plant for Silvery Checkerspot butterfly /mp

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Assorted cards and matching envelopes. Each card measures 3.5" X 5". Printed on recycled and recyclable paper. Includes high quality recyclable plastic box made of 100% recycled water bottles!

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As beautiful as they are informative.

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Miniature Red Wagon!

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Another wild flower with many names - Mistflower, Blue mistflower, Wild ageratum, Pink eupatorium, Hardy ageratum, and Blue boneset are just some of the many common names used to identify this eye-catching Florida native wildflower. Found in many habitats in Florida, its flowers are very attractive to pollinators, especially butterflies,. It is a member of the Aster family and its native range is throughout Florida. It likes m oist to wet, sandy, loamy or mucky soils. Grows well in full sun to partial shade and to about 3' tall. It is very easy to grow from seed or divisions. Blue mistflower blooms in the summer through fall before going dormant in the winter. Short-lived perennial Flower color: blue, purple, lavender Exposure: full sun to partial shade Moisture level: Moist to dry Soil type: loam, organic (muck), sand Size: 1-2 ft Readily self-seeds Not salt tolerant Attracts various butterflies and bees Winter dormant Blooms: summer to fall pH: all Zone: 9A to 10B /ab

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Add bold color and ecological value to your garden with Purple Coneflower ( Echinacea purpurea ), a hardy perennial known for its vibrant pinkish-purple blooms and robust nature. Reaching an impressive height of 3–5 feet, this stunning plant thrives in full sun and adapts well in moist to dry soils, making it heat, humidity, and drought tolerant—perfect for low-maintenance landscapes. Beyond its beauty, the Purple Coneflower plays a vital role in supporting wildlife. Its sturdy stems provide perching spots for birds like finches, sparrows, indigo buntings, cardinals, and chickadees, all of which enjoy its nutrient-rich seeds. Whether you're enhancing pollinator habitats or creating a garden teeming with birdlife, Purple Coneflower is an essential addition to your outdoor space. Short-lived perennial Flower color: pink, purple Height: 3 to 5 ft Width: 2-3 ft Blooms June to August Winter dormant Propagation: seed or by division of existing clumps Exposure: full sun Moisture level: moist to dry Not Salt tolerant Tolerant of drought, heat, humidity and poor soil Soil type: clay, loam, sand Small birds and mammals consume seed Native range: Eastern North America /mp

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Queen of the meadow (aka Joe-Pye Weed) Eutrochium fistulosum, a perennial wildflower that grows up to 5' tall and about 3-4' wide with flowers of pinkish/lavendar. It likes full sun and prefers moderately moist areas (not too wet and not too dry). Very attractive to pollinators and the fruit is eaten by wildlife. This plant goes dormant in the winter, so this makes it a nice one for an informal garden area. It will tolerate some salty wind but not direct spray. This beauty is a host plant for the striking Clymene moth ( Haploa clymene). This moth doesn't shy away from the sun and can be seen both day and night. /AC

$12.00

Tall Mallow ( Malva sylvestris ) is a charming short-lived perennial, well-suited for gardens despite not being native to Florida. This adaptable plant grows to heights of 2 to 4 feet with a spread of 2 to 3 feet. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist but not wet soil conditions. From July to September, Tall Mallow produces striking rose-purple flowers accented by darker stripes, making it an eye-catching choice for border planting. This perennial is easily grown from seed and self-seeds readily, allowing it to establish itself effortlessly in suitable environments. Native to regions such as Northern Europe, Northern Africa, and Southwestern Africa, it serves as an important larval host plant for Painted Lady butterflies, contributing to their life cycle. Tall Mallow's vibrant blooms and ecological significance make it an excellent addition to gardens aiming to blend visual appeal with support for pollinators. /mp

$18.00

Aristolochia tomentosa - known as Wooly dutchman's pipevine because the flower resembles a Dutch smoking pipe. This perennial's native range includes the southeastern and South Central United States. This native woody plant is a host plant for both the Pipevine and Polydamas swallowtail butterflies. It does best in part shade to full sun. It is a vigorous vine with large heart-shaped leaves and can reach 20-30 feet. It grows great on a trellis, arbor, fence, can climb trees and makes a nice screen in your garden when growing on higher structures. It likes medium moisture, well-drained soil and does not like to dry out. It can die back if the winter is extremely harsh and we have a freeze. It is propagated from seed. This plant is listed as endangered in Florida. AC

$14.50

Perennial herb that's usually grown as an annual. Host plant for the Black Swallowtail.

$16.00

Bronze fennel is known for the faint licorice/anise flavor it brings to cooking and its 'Purpureum' is noted for its attractive purple-bronze foliage. It grows 3-5' tall and can spread to 2-3'. It blooms yellow flowers in June to July and likes full sun. It somewhat resembles a very large dill plant. Fennel can also be grown as an ornamental. Its feathery foliage provides a nice contrast to broad-leaved plants. It also serves as a host plant for the caterpillars of black swallowtail butterflies. Easily grown in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun. May be grown from seed that is sown directly in the garden in spring. Freely self-seeds in the garden. Remove spent flowering stems before seed is produced to avoid any unwanted self-seeding.

$15.00

Dwarf Passionvine ( Passiflora lutea ) is a vigorous herbaceous vine capable of reaching heights of up to 20 feet. Thriving in moist, well-drained soil, this plant showcases striking greenish-yellow to off-white flowers from summer through fall, followed by small black berries that add seasonal interest. As a larval host for Gulf Fritillary, Julia, and Zebra Longwing butterflies, it plays an essential role in supporting pollinator populations. In addition to its flowers attracting butterflies and birds, its berries serve as a valuable food source for both birds and mammals, making it a versatile and ecological choice for gardens and naturalized areas. Herbaceous vine Approx. size: Up to 20 ft. high Flower: Greenish-yellow to off-white Blooms: Late summer to fall Fruit: Black berries Exposure: Full sun to part shade Moist, well-drained soil Attracts bees, butterflies Birds and mammals eat the fruit Larval Host Plant for Gulf Fritillary, Zebra Longwing and Julia butterflies /mp

$12.00

Native Strawberry ( Fragaria virginiana ) is an herbaceous perennial that grows low about half a foot tall and spreads approximately readily by runners making it a good groundcover. Plant it in rich, sandy loam with medium moisture for it thrive, and it will tolerate full sun to partial shade. It has showy, white flowers in the spring and small but tasty edible fruit in the summer. It's deer and drought tolerant but you may have a race with the birds and other wildlife to get to the fruit before they do. /AC

$18.00

Swamp Mallow ( Hibiscus moscheutos ) is a stunning long-lived perennial that produces large, showy flowers in shades of white to pink. Blooming from July to September, this plant reaches heights of 3 to 7 feet and spreads 2 to 4 feet, creating a striking display in any garden. It thrives in full sun and requires wet to moist soil, with a preference for sandy or organic material. Its tolerance to salt makes it suitable for coastal areas, while its acidic pH requirement ensures optimal growth conditions. This low-maintenance perennial is a perfect addition to rain gardens and other water-focused landscapes. Its beautiful flowers not only enhance its visual appeal but also attract butterflies, supporting pollinator populations. With a hardiness range spanning Zones 8A to 9B, Swamp Mallow is a resilient and rewarding choice for gardeners looking to add vibrancy and ecological value to their outdoor spaces. /mp

$14.00

Marsh Rattlesnake ( Eryngium aquaticum var. ravenelii ) is a striking perennial known for its unique spiky globe-shaped flowers, which come in shades of white, purple, or blue. Growing to a height of 3–5 feet with a slender 1-foot spread, it makes a distinctive addition to moist landscapes or naturalistic plantings. Its dramatic floral display provides an eye-catching texture and color contrast. This adaptable plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires very moist soil, though it is best planted in areas that do not experience standing water or flooding. As a rich nectar source, Marsh Rattlesnake plays an essential role in supporting pollinators such as bees and butterflies, making it a valuable choice for wildlife-friendly gardens and wetland restoration projects. Short-lived perennial Flower: White, purple, blue Size: 3-5 ft. tall by 1 ft. wide Full sun to partial shade Moisture: Wet, no flooding Soil PH: Prefers acidic Soil Type: Loam, organic (muck), sand /mp