Meet the Natives: Swamp Hibiscus

By Ali Reece | August 12, 2026 |

This week we are highlighting the beautiful swamp hibiscus (Muenchhusia coccinea), also known as scarlet rosemallow, or scarlet hibiscus. This showy wildflower is found in many FL counties. Typically, swamp…

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Meet the Natives: Wild Olive

By Ali Reece | June 17, 2026 |

This week we are highlighting wild olive (Forestiera segregata) also known as Florida privet. If you are looking for a hardy low maintenance shrub that also supports our wildlife, look…

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Meet the Natives: Bacopa

By Ali Reece | May 6, 2026 |

This week we are highlighting the beautiful bacopa (Bacopa monnieri)! This perennialgroundcover is also known as herb of grace or water hyssop. The bacopa’s range extendsthroughout most of Florida. You’ve…

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