ShrubFlorida Pennyroyal
Piloblephis rigida
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 8-12 inches × 12-18 inches
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Florida natives that thrive in our coastal environment with minimal care. Drought-hardy, salt-tolerant, wildlife-friendly, and proven in Northeast Florida.
Low water. High wildlife.
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ShrubFlorida Privet
Forestiera segregata
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 10-15 feet × 5-10 feet
PerennialFlorida Scrub Skullcap
Scutellaria arenicola
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
TreeFlorida Soapberry
Sapindus saponaria
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 30-40 feet × 25-35 feet
TreeFlowering Dogwood
Cornus florida
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 15-30 feet × 15-25 feet
PerennialForked Bluecurls
Trichostema dichotomum
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 2-3 feet × 1-2 feet
GroundcoverFrogfruit
Phyla nodiflora
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 2-4 inches × spreading indefinitely via stolons
ShrubGallberry
Ilex glabra
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 5-8 feet × spreading by root suckers; 4-8 feet
ShrubGarberia
Garberia heterophylla
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 4-8 feet × 4-8 feet
FernGiant Leather Fern
Acrostichum danaeifolium
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- High
- Size
- 6-12 feet × 5-10 feet
GroundcoverGolden Creeper
Ernodea littoralis
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 3-6 feet
PerennialGoldenrod
Solidago
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 2-5 feet × 2-3 feet
Why natives?
They already know how to survive here. Florida native plants handle drought, sandy soil, salt air, and summer storms with less fuss, while supporting the pollinators, songbirds, and butterflies that belong here.
GroundcoverGopher Apple
Licania michauxii
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 0.5-1 feet × 6-10 feet
ShrubGrayleaf Teabush
Melochia tomentosa
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 6-10 feet × 6-8 feet (smaller with pruning)
GroundcoverGreen and Gold
Chrysogonum virginianum
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 0.25-0.5 feet × 1-2 feet
PerennialGreen Eyes
Berlandiera subacaulis
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-1.5 feet × 1-2 feet
PerennialGround Cherry
Physalis grisea
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 1.5-2.5 feet × 2-3 feet
PerennialLanceleaf Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-3 feet × 1-2 feet
PerennialLizard's Tail
Saururus cernuus
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- High
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 2-3 feet, spreading by rhizomes
TreeLoblolly Bay
Gordonia lasianthus
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- High
- Size
- 35-60 feet × 15-20 feet
PerennialLyreleaf Salvia
Salvia lyrata
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 1-1.5 feet
FernMaidenhair Fern
Adiantum capillus-veneris
- Light
- Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate to high
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
VineMorning Glory
Ipomoea purpurea
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 6-10 feet × 3-6 feet
ShrubMyrsine
Myrsine cubana
- Light
- Part Shade, Full Sun, Full Shade
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 15-20 feet × 6-8 feet
Native Plants Questions
What makes a plant native to Florida?+
A Florida native plant occurred here before European settlement and is adapted to local soils, rainfall, heat, and wildlife relationships.
Do native plants need irrigation in St. Augustine?+
Most native plants need regular water during establishment, then far less supplemental irrigation once roots are established in the right site.
Are native plants always Florida-Friendly?+
Native plants are often Florida-Friendly, but the right plant still needs the right place, light, drainage, and mature spacing.
When is the best time to plant Florida natives?+
Fall and early winter are ideal in St. Augustine so roots establish before summer heat, though container-grown natives can go in year round with establishment water.
How do I choose the right native plants for my yard?+
Match each native to your light, soil, and moisture, then group plants with similar needs. Bring photos of your space and our team can help you build a Florida-Friendly plan.
What are the best Florida native shrubs for landscaping?+
Popular Florida native shrubs include firebush, beautyberry, Walter viburnum, Simpson stopper, wild coffee, and coontie. They support pollinators and wildlife and adapt well to local conditions once established.