Shrub
Garberia
Garberia heterophylla
Varieties We Carry
StandardGarberia heterophylla
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 4.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size4-8 feet × 4-8 feet
About Garberia
Garberia (Garberia heterophylla) is a Florida endemic shrub found exclusively in the state's sandy scrub habitats, bearing clusters of fragrant rosy-purple flowers in fall that are important nectar sources for native bees and butterflies. It is among the rarest shrubs available for Florida native gardens. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Late summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Requires full sun — critical for survival and flowering. Plant in an open, unshaded location; even partial shade in Florida's scrub-adapted conditions can weaken the plant and reduce bloom.
Water
Extremely drought-tolerant once established in sandy soil; water only during the first season to establish deep roots. Do not irrigate established plants — excess moisture causes root rot. Never plant in retention areas or wet sites.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant exclusively in dry, infertile, well-drained sandy or sandy-loam soil mimicking its native Florida scrub habitat. Do not fertilize — added nutrients are harmful and promote disease. Avoid organic matter amendments that retain moisture.
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Common questions
Is Garberia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Garberia is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 4-8 feet × 4-8 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.