Native plants are adapted to your local climate — less watering, fewer pests and more wildlife. Once established, most Florida native plants thrive on rainfall alone.
Why Choose Native Plants?
Florida native plants evolved over thousands of years in your exact climate, soil type and rainfall pattern. They've developed natural resistance to local pests and diseases. After year one, most can survive on rainfall alone.
Top Florida Native Plants
Coontie (Zamia integrifolia): Extremely drought-tolerant, grows in full sun to full shade. The sole larval host for the rare Atala butterfly.
Firebush (Hamelia patens): One of the best natives for hummingbirds and butterflies. Clusters of orange-red flowers nearly year-round in South Florida.
Muhly Grass: In fall, explodes into clouds of pink-purple feathery plumes. Extremely drought-tolerant, grows in poor sandy soil.
Beautyberry: Famous for its stunning clusters of brilliant purple berries in fall and winter. Birds feast on them all season.
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