UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
This cultivar has distinctive yellow strips across the foliage, displaying a variegated effect (Fig. 1). Leaves droop and weep toward the ground as do many of the other cultivars. Slender leaves originate in a clump, spreading out and… Read More
ZZ plant is enjoyed for its unique appearance, its ability to grow under low light conditions, and its tolerance to drought. ZZ’s naturally glossy leaves are so shiny that the plant appears to have been polished. ZZ is… Read More
This may be one of the most beautiful group of plants grown in Florida landscapes, although many people are not aware of them. They grow to about 8 or 10 feet tall and are most known for their… Read More
Scientific name: Tecoma stans Pronunciation: teh-KOE-muh stanz Common name(s): Yellow elder, yellow trumpet flower This spreading, fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree is noted for its brilliant, bell-shaped, fragrant yellow flowers. Reaching full bloom in fall, yellow elder… Read More
Achillea species are 18- to 36-inch-tall perennials that bear masses of flowers throughout the summer (Figure 1). The 60 to 100 species of yarrow are ancient, spreading, semi-evergreen herbs that are long lived. The aromatic, finely divided… Read More
Wisteria But the wisteria common throughout the Southeast is actually an invasive from China. Chinese wisteria grows so rapidly that it covers plants, shading out others and even killing trees.Wisteria is a perennial vine with wonderfully fragrant flowers,… Read More
Dwarf Walter’s Viburnum Viburnum obovatum ‘Densa’ This hardy plant is great for a semi-shady spot in your landscape.The name ‘Densa’ refers to its compact growing habit, only 4′ to 5′ high, which means that it does not need… Read More
Dyschoriste oblongifolia is a rounded plant that attains a height of 6 to 12 inches. It is commonly used in the landscape as a ground cover and has pretty flowers that are quite striking when closely observed. Twinflower,… Read More
Common Name: Tuberose Type: Bulb Family: Asparagaceae Native Range: Central and South America Zone: 7 to 10 Height: 2.00 to 3.00 feet Spread: 2.00 to 2.50 feet Bloom Time: August to September Bloom Description: White Sun: Full sun Water:… Read More
Trumpet Honeysuckle Lonicera sempervirens Although a vigorous twining vine, the native trumpet honeysuckle does not spread out of control quite as easily as Japanese honeysuckle. The delicate but striking, two-inch-long, tapered, trumpet-shaped crimson blooms appear from April through… Read More
