PerennialSwamp Sunflower
Helianthus angustifolius
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 2-6 feet × 2-6 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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PerennialGrassSwitchgrass
Panicum virgatum
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 3-6 feet × 2-3 feet
PerennialTickseed
Coreopsis leavenworthii
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 1.5-3 feet × 0.5-1.5 feet
ShrubTough Bully
Sideroxylon tenax
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-25 feet × 10-20 feet
PerennialTropical Puff
Neptunia pubescens
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 0.5-1 feet × 1-3 feet
PerennialTropical Sage
Salvia coccinea
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 1-3 feet
TreeTurkey Oak
Quercus laevis
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 15-40 feet × 20-35 feet
TreeTwo-wing Silverbell
Halesia diptera
- Light
- Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 20-35 feet × 15-25 feet
PerennialVanilla Leaf
Carphephorus odoratissimus
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-6 feet × 1-2 feet
Vanilla Orchid
Vanilla planifolia
- Light
- Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 20-30 ft (vining) × 6-10 ft
ShrubVirginia Sweetspire
Itea virginica
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Size
- 3-6 feet × 3-6 feet
TreeWestern Mayhaw
Crataegus opaca
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 15-25 feet × 15-20 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.
PerennialWhite Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum incanum
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Size
- 2-3.5 feet × 3-4 feet
PerennialWhorled Milkweed
Asclepias verticillata
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet
Wild Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
- Light
- Full Sun
- Water
- moderate
- Size
- 2-4 ft × 1-3 ft
Wild Blue Phlox
Phlox divaricata
- Light
- Part Shade
- Water
- moderate
- Size
- 1 ft × 1 ft
PerennialWild Indigo
Baptisia
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 2-3 feet
PerennialWinged Loosestrife
Lythrum alatum
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate to High
- Size
- 2-4 feet × 1-2 feet
GrassWiregrass
Aristida stricta
- Light
- Full Sun, Part Sun
- Water
- Low
- Size
- 1-3 feet × 1-3 feet
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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.