Research
Wildflowers are disappearing throughout the world. It’s urgent that we discover what they need to thrive. To do this, the Foundation conducts horticultural research and assists students studying wildflowers.
Ecologically beneficial groundcovers
We are conducting a 3-4 year study at PEAR Park in Lake County to gain insight into the establishment, sustainability and performance of Narrowleaf silkgrass (Pityopsis tracyii) and Lyreleaf sage (Salvia lyrata) as groundcover alternatives to Bahiagrass.
Habitat highways
Connected habitat helps insect pollinators move between natural areas and crops. We survey roadsides and trails to find wildflowers, then work to keep them there.
Student Support
Our University of Florida endowment is developing tomorrow’s scientists.
Student spotlight: Gabriel Campbell-Martinez
Student spotlight: Luis Andres Ochoa
Student spotlight: Tia Tyler
Search Literature
We’ve compiled an index of scientific literature on 290 common Southeastern wildflower species to help researchers, natural land managers and nursery growers find information that can boost the success of roadside plantings, habitat restorations and commercial horticulture.
These resources have been integrated into the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center database, where they are available to scientists worldwide.
Photo by Eleanor Dietrich