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Why native wildflowers?
Wildflowers do much more than give La Florida, the “land of flowers,” its unique sense of place.
Because they’ve adapted to Florida’s conditions and pests, they typically require less water, fertilizer and pesticides than other flowers. They also support myriad native wildlife, from bees to hummingbirds.
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What you can do on our site:
- Learn how native wildflowers contribute to ecosystems and create Florida’s unique sense of place.
- Discover sources for the native ecotype wildflower seeds and plants that thrive in landscapes.
- Find information on research, education and planting grant programs.
- Review the results of research projects involving Florida’s native species.
- View videos on native wildflowers and their natural habitats, installing a mini-meadow and more.
Planting native wildflowers
Native wildflowers, which occur in most of Florida’s natural ecosystems, now are being cultivated for use along roadsides and in meadows and landscapes. A variety of species are offered by native plant nurseries across Florida. Native ecotype seed is readily available, too. When used in an urban landscape, native wildflowers add color, texture and excitement to any garden palette. On roadsides, they help control erosion, decrease mowing and add beauty to the drive.
No matter where you want wildflowers, this site has the information you need. Visit our page on Planting and Growing Wildflowers to learn how you can be successful in any setting.
Take a road trip!
Plan a trip in the Land of Flowers by seeing what's in bloom across the state. Our interactive gallery features all seasons and regions. Whether you go by car, bike or foot, our Website is your map and guide to the fabulous wildflowers of Florida
What's new
Great wildflowers for dry landscapes
Floridians everywhere are dealing with a shortfall of rain. What's a gardener to do? Why, switch to native wildflower species that have adapted to Florida's dry natural landscapes, of course.
Here's help: Download a handout that gives an overview of native species for dry landscapes, including proven performers like Dune sunflower (Helianthus debilis) and Blanketflower (Gaillardia pulchella). Click here to download your copy.
more...2012 Viva Florida! grants awarded
Look for beautiful Florida native flowers soon at four botanical gardens, thanks to $3,000 grants awarded by the Foundation. The projects aim to increase the knowledge and visibility of wildflowers in La Florida, “place of flowers”:
- Harry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, to supplement an existing native plant/wildflower demonstration planting.
- Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, for wildflowers around the parking lot and picnic area and along a trail in the Preserve, the gardens’ restored native sandhill ecosystem.
- Pinellas County Extension, Largo, to create a wildflower demonstration garden adjacent to Florida natives garden.
- Central Florida Zoo, Sanford, for a new streamside wildflower garden.
Grant funding is provided by the State Wildflower license plate.
more...Wildflower, butterfly, bird app premieres
Nature-lovers now have a free Florida field-guide app that makes it easy to identify the state's common wildflowers, butterflies and birds. The new app, which keys to the Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail, is available for the iPhone and iPod Touch. A version for Androids and iPads is expected to be launched in early February.
The Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida-IFAS, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission developed the app with a $40,000 grant provided by the Florida Wildflower Foundation with funds from the State Wildflower license plate. Florida Museum Associates also supported the project.
Click here to be among the first to download this exciting app!
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