Native Wildflower Habitat
Protected through education, conservation, planting and research.
Upcoming Events
WEBINAR – The Florida Meadow — A Future of Ecological Enhancement
Join us on Wednesday, June 17 at 2pm for our webinar “The Florida Meadow — A Future of Ecological Enhancement” presented by University of Florida’s Dr. Gage LaPierre.
Pollinator Palooza
We are thrilled to be back at First Magnitude Brewing in Gainesville on Saturday, June 27, with The Florida Museum for another year of Pollinator Palooza!
FIELD TRIP – Deep Creek
Join us for an exciting experience wading in the tannic waters of Deep Creek in Putnam County on July 18.
The Latest News
Join the campaign!
This year marks a major milestone for the Foundation: 25 years of advocating for Florida’s native wildflowers. To honor that legacy — and to look boldly toward what comes next — we’re having a year-long celebration built around community, storytelling and impact.
2026 Spring Roadsides Report
April 2026 signaled the start of seasonal surveys for the Florida Wildflower Foundation’s roadside program, with staff and Wildflower Watcher volunteers already out in the field.
Garden Spotlight: Bruce J. Host Northeast Branch Library
In Leon County, the Babies Breath Circle of the Tallahassee Garden Club has created a beautiful public-facing native plant demonstration area supporting an abundance of native pollinators.
Why plant native?
YOU can help stem the tide of global insect decline and create habitat and pathways for birds and other wildlife!
Incorporating regionally appropriate native plants into our home landscapes and other urban areas supports local biodiversity, reduces the need for fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides, and conserves water resources, all while providing food and shelter for local wildlife.
See what’s in bloom
Explore
See how Florida’s fabulous wildflowers change seasonably across the state. You’ll find just what you need to be a wildflower tourist, whether you’re on the road or a virtual explorer.
Featured Flower Profile
Hairy laurel
Hairy laurel (Kalmia hirsuta) is a low-growing shrub that occurs naturally in pine flatwoods, savannas, sandhills and moist ditches. Its distinctive, rose-colored blooms attract a variety of pollinators.
