Orange Park Public Library Native Plant Garden
Orange Park Library in Clay County established a native plant garden in an approximately 115-square-foot brick raised bed. Building on an existing seed catalog program for patrons, the project enhances opportunities for community engagement and education around native plants. In partnership with the Garden Club of Orange Park, the installation will create a dedicated space to support pollinators while connecting visitors with hands-on learning experiences.
DID YOU KNOW? Florida native plants are adapted to thrive in our climate, conditions and soil. They need less water than other plants, and require no fertilizers, pesticides or other chemicals. This saves precious water resources and keeps excess nutrients from polluting lakes, rivers and streams.
The garden was made possible by a grant from the Florida Wildflower Foundation.
The following native species were planted:
Dune sunflower
Simpson’s stopper
Tropical sage
POLLINATORS NEED YOUR HELP!
Help Florida’s wildlife and environment by using native wildflowers and plants in your landscape. Click here to learn more information on planting, selecting and maintaining native plants, or check out these resources:
- 20 Easy-to-Grow Wildflowers
- Guide for Choosing Native Plants
- Attracting Birds with Florida Native Wildflowers
- Attracting Bees and Other Beneficial Insects with Florida Native Wildflowers
- Attracting Butterflies with Florida Native Wildflowers
- Great Wildflowers for Dry Landscapes
- Great Wildflowers for Shade
- Aquatic Wildflowers for Pollinators
- Create a Pollinator Pot