Posts Tagged ‘native plants’
Meet the Natives: Seven Year Apple (Casasia clusiifolia)
The seven year apple (Casasia clusiifolia) is an evergreen coastal shrub or small tree that is native to South Florida. Growing up to 10 to 12 feet tall and equally…
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Bay Cedar
Bay cedar (Suriana maritima) is a highly salt-tolerant, evergreen coastal shrub that can be found throughout South Florida, the Caribbean, Central America, and the Bahamas. “It grows naturally in dune…
Read MoreImpacts to Native Plants from Hurricanes
Patience is key when landscaping after a major storm event, explains SCCF Native Landscapes & Garden Center Assistant Sue Ramos. Post-Hurricane Replanting Guide >> Despite having multiple feet of saltwater…
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Coontie
This week’s native plant is Coontie (Zamia integrifolia), an evergreen shrub that has become a popular addition to many Florida gardens and landscapes. Coontie are slow-growing and long-lived, typically growing…
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Dwarf Palmetto
The dwarf palmetto (Sabal minor) is a small palm species native to the southeastern and south central U.S., as well as northeast Mexico. It’s one of Florida’s 12 native palm…
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Bahama Cassia
Bahama cassia is one of Florida’s native cassia species. These native shrubs are members of the pea family (Fabaceae), and typically reach about 4 to 5 feet in height.
Read MoreMeet the Natives: Rattlesnake Master
The rattlesnake master (Eryngium yuccifolium) is a sun-loving, native wildflower that can thrive in a variety of soil types and conditions. It can be found throughout the eastern U.S. The species epithet yuccifolium,…
Read MoreGardening for Native Bees
Southern carpenter bee (Xylocopa micans) on climbing aster (Aster carolinians) Did you know Florida is home to over 300 species of native bees? These include bumble bees, sweat bees, leafcutter…
Read MoreHow to Plant a Butterfly Garden
Want to attract butterflies to your garden? SCCF’s Native Landscapes & Garden Center created a helpful guide to get you started! Butterflies are not only beautiful to look at, but…
Read MoreOver 1.2K Observations During Earth Week BioBlitz!
A total of 563 species of flora and fauna were observed during SCCF’s inaugural Earth Week BioBlitz in Lee County from April 21-27! This included 1,259 observations from 138 users*,…
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