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  • Canadian toadflax

    Canadian toadflax (Linaria canadensis) is an annual wildflower that forms a delicate sea of lavender when in bloom. It is common along roadsides, and in pastures and other disturbed areas.

  • Micanopy Native Plant Garden

    The Micanopy native plant garden utilizes Florida native wildflowers, grasses and shrubs that provide vital habitat for bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects, as well as seeds, berries and insects for birds.

  • Where to See Wildflowers

    Where to See Wildflowers Want to know what’s blooming in your neck of the woods? We’ve got you covered with our seasonal bloom reports and photo albums, wildflower driving routes and hotspots. bloom report Thistles — Spiny but Spectacular Thistles (Cirsium spp.) make a bold statement in the landscape. From their low rosettes of spiny leaves to…

  • Pinellas garden demonstrates beauty, variety of natives

    More than 38,000 visitors have had the opportunity to become better acquainted with the beauty and benefit of Florida’s native wildflowers since the establishment of a wildflower demonstration garden at the Pinellas County UF/IFAS Extension in Largo.

  • Member profile: Chris Waltz

    FWF member Chris Waltz is known to many in native plant circles because of the supporting role he plays in conferences and other events. Here is what Chris has to say about his involvement with the Florida Wildflower Foundation.

  • Blanketflower – native or not?

    Recent research found that Gaillardia pulchella is not a native Florida species, but rather an introduced species. The news sparked many different reactions across the state. Experts weigh in on what this means for Florida gardeners.

  • Florida’s Wonderful Wildflowers

    A passion for our native wildflowers is fundamental to everything we do — and we’re committed to sharing knowledge that fosters both appreciation and action.

  • Bloom Report: Summer wildflower viewing

    Spring and fall wildflowers can be spectacular with a plethora of yellow and purple flowers, but summer seems to offer a wider diversity of colorful, showy wildflowers along roadsides.

  • Advice on fall garden maintenance and seed collecting

    As you return to the garden after the last two months of unbearable heat, biting bugs and sweat, you’ll probably encounter a lot of overgrown stems. Cut those back to their base to freshen up the plant for winter.