Wildflowers

Creating Wildflower Habitats in Golf Course Out-Of-Play Areas

Rebecca Nestle, Grace Cope, Nicole Benda, and Adam G. Dale

Native Pitcherplants of Florida

Megan E. Brown and Debbie L. Miller

Performance of Native Florida Plants under North Florida Conditions

Jeffrey G. Norcini and James H. Aldrich

Determining which native species are suitable for landscapes is important in order to facilitate commercial production. In 2006, we conducted a landscape evaluation of native wildflowers (plus one native grass) under north Florida conditions. Seeds were derived mainly from naturally-occurring populations in Florida. Species are listed in alphabetical order by scientific name, with the common name in parentheses. Natural habitat information is presented as a guide to selecting planting sites.

Wildflowers Susceptible to Deer Damage in North Florida

Holly K. Ober, Lucas W. DeGroote, James H. Aldrich, Jefferey G. Norcini, and Gary W. Knox

A Guide to Planting Wildflower Enhancements in Florida

Mary C. Bammer, Josh Campbell, Chase B. Kimmel, James D. Ellis, and Jaret Daniels

A UF/IFAS numbered publication. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Plant Systems

Pityopsis - Silkgrasses

Gage Lapierre, Michael Andreu, and Jazz Griffis

The genus Pityopsis, the silkgrasses, are perennial forbs that look like grass with silky, silver hairs. Recognizing different species of silkgrass is important for land managers who are striving to restore specific plant communities and for nurseries selling and distributing native plant materials throughout Florida. Academic botanical keys make identification of silkgrass species challenging for those without a botanical background. This publication provides a breakdown of botanical terms used to describe silkgrass species and a guide with pictures and descriptions of various species to aid in differentiating between them. In addition, the publication provides information about phenology, seed harvesting, and propagation for silkgrasses and presents many practical applications for these attractive and useful plants.

Fall Color with Wildflowers

Beth Bolles

If you love wildflowers, the Fall season has so many plants for you to enjoy. We often think of wildflowers as those in natural settings, on roadsides, or in drainage spots.  Here are a few wildflowers that make excellent landscape additions. Goldenrods (Solidago spp.) are everywhere and the yellow blooms are stunning. If all the […]

Gardening to Support Natural Enemies

Heather Kalaman

When it comes to managing pests in the garden, pesticides often seem like a quick and effective solution. However, over-reliance on them can lead to pesticide resistance and potentially harm our increasingly fragile ecosystems. That’s where natural enemies come into play – beneficial insects that act as nature’s pest control. Predators such as lacewings, lady […]

Exploring Florida’s Natives: The Firebush

Julia Sirchia

The firebush (Hamelia patens), also known as “Scarletbush” or “Firecracker Shrub” gets its name from its vibrant red and orange tubular flowers. Native to Florida, this perennial is a great addition that will add a pop of color to most any landscape. Still, it is important to keep the plant’s requirements in mind when considering […]