Grow Wildflowers

Start with 20 Easy Wildflowers

With interest mounting in using wildflowers in urban landscapes, there is a huge demand for information for those new to Florida’s native plants. Enter “20 Easy-to-Grow Wildflowers.”

The 24-page magazine features a selection of 20 “tried and true” wildflowers that are easy to grow and maintain. And, with interest in supporting our beleaguered bees, butterflies and wildlife at an all-time high, readers will find that the selected plants excel at providing nectar, pollen and habitat.

Featured species are Milkweed, False rosemary, Tickseed, Goldenaster, Blanketflower, Blazing star, Skullcap, Twinflower, Sunflower, Spotted beebalm, Silver-leaved aster, Black-eyed Susan, Wild Petunia, Sage, Goldenrod, Rosinweed, Verbena, Senna, St. John’s wort and Aster.

Download your copy of 20 Easy-to-Grow Wildflowers (24-page PDF).

“The results of landscaping with native wildflowers are amazing. So many beautiful plants, lots of butterflies, caterpillars and other critters!” — Joanne Mason, Plant City

Starting a Florida wildflower garden?
Plan for success

Choose plants correct for your site’s conditions and climate zone.
For sunny gardens, choose a site that gets four or more hours of sun.
For shade gardens, select a site with light daily or afternoon shade.
Select plants that bloom in different seasons.
Use native grasses or groundcovers to fill space and add interest.
Remove weeds and debris seasonally.
Let seeds dry and set naturally to produce new plants.

Learn to grow Florida’s native wildflowers

Watch these videos and you’ll know how the Sunshine State got its name, when to plant wildflowers from seed, how to prepare a site for planting and much more.

Native Florida Wildflowers (Part 1)

All about Florida wildflowers and how to establish a bed (Part 1).

Native Florida Wildflowers (Part 2)

All about Florida wildflowers and how to establish a bed (Part 2).

Protecting Florida Wildflowers

Wildflowers in Florida’s natural areas.

Landscaping with Wildflowers

Great native plants for your landscape.

Get the facts on growing native wildflowers

Adding wildflowers to your landscape is easy – just select the right plant for the right place. On this page, you’ll find information that will help you be a blooming success.

Attracting Butterflies with Florida's Native Wildflowers

Wildflowers, naturally! plant selection guide

Find more tools and tips for homeowners and professionals on our Resources for Sustainable Landscape page.

48%
NITRATES & PHOSPHORUS
in surface waters are generated by fertilizer

93%
OF FLORIDIANS DEPEND
on the Floridan aquifer for their water

3,800
NATIVE AND NATURALIZED
flowering plant species in Florida

Go to the source for native plant material.

Finding the right plant for the right place

Plant Real Florida – Learn about native plants appropriate for your region.
Florida Association of Native Nurseries – Locate wholesale and retail sources of Florida native plants.
Florida Wildflower and Plant Growers Association – Purchase Florida wildflower seeds and plants.
Florida Native Plant Society – Build a list of appropriate native plants for your landscape.
Natives for Your Neighborhood – Learn about species for your South Florida location.
Florida-Friendly Plant Database – Learn about low-maintenance plants for Florida yards.
Florida Trees for Urban and Suburban Sites – Select trees using its database.

Help paint Florida with wildflowers

Start with 20 Easy Wildflowers

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Start with 20 Easy Wildflowers

Starting a Florida wildflower garden?
Plan for success