PerennialStokes Aster
Stokesia laevis
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
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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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Perennial
ShrubStrawberry Bush
Euonymus americanus
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 4-8 feet × 3-5 feet
SucculentString of Bananas
Senecio radicans
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 6-12 inches tall (trailing 2-3 feet long) × 2-3 feet
ShrubSumac
Rhus
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 7-15 feet (shrub form typical in cultivation; occasionally to 30+ feet as small tree) × 10-20 feet
ShrubSummersweet
Clethra alnifolia
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 4-8 feet × 4-6 feet
PerennialSwamp Milkweed
Asclepias incarnata
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 1-3 feet
ShrubSwamp Rose
Rosa palustris
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- High
- Size
- 3-6 feet × 3-6 feet
PerennialSwamp Rosemallow
Hibiscus grandiflorus
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- High
- Size
- 6-15 feet × 4-8 feet
ShrubSwamp Titi
Cyrilla racemiflora
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 10-20 feet × 6-15 feet
GroundcoverSwamp Twinflower
Dyschoriste humistrata
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 0.5-1 feet (6-12 in) × 2-4 feet
TreeSweet Acacia
Vachellia farnesiana
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-25 feet × 20-30 feet
PerennialThoroughwort
Eupatorium rotundifolium
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-4 feet × 2-4 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.
GroundcoverTwinflower
Dyschoriste oblongifolia
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 0.5-1 feet × 1-2 feet
GroundcoverWater Hyssop
Bacopa monnieri
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- High
- Size
- 4-6 inches × spreads 12-18+ inches
ShrubWax Myrtle
Morella cerifera
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 10-20 feet × 10-20 feet
ShrubWhite Florida Anise
Illicium floridanum
- Light
- Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 10-15 feet × 6-10 feet
ShrubWild Coffee
Psychotria nervosa
- Light
- Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 4-10 feet × 4-8 feet
TreeWild Lime
Zanthoxylum fagara
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-25 feet × 15-20 feet
AnnualWild Poinsettia
Euphorbia cyathophora
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 2-3.5 feet × 1-2 feet
PerennialYellowtop
Flaveria linearis
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 2-3 feet × 3-4 feet
TreeAmerican Beech
Fagus grandifolia
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 50-70 feet × 40-50 feet
GroundcoverBeach Tea
Croton punctatus
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-3 feet × 3-4 feet
PerennialBelize Sage
Salvia miniata
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-4 feet × 2-3 feet
TreeBluejack Oak
Quercus incana
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-30 feet × 15-25 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.