Wildflower Resolutions Open, sunny roadsides are prime locations for wildflowers. Learn how you can help create native habitat corridors for pollinators by helping to protect roadsides. What is a Wildflower Resolution? In 2009, a model county resolution was developed by Florida Wildflower Foundation members Eleanor Dietrich and Jeff Caster. The resolution, which recognizes the historical, environmental and…
You can help provide food and habitat for Florida’s butterflies by landscaping with native wildflowers. Learn more now. Versión en español disponible.
As we look ahead to 2025, we are excited to share our plans to expand programs and initiatives that connect Floridians with native wildflowers and the ecosystems they support.
In the last decade or so, honey bee populations worldwide have significantly diminished due to unknown causes. Less known is the fact that native bee populations in North America are also in decline.
In fall 2013, University of Florida graduate student Nicholas Genna became the first student to receive a graduate assistantship from the Gary Henry Endowment for the Study of Florida Native Wildflowers.
Become a Member join today Become a Member Our members have raised more than $4 million to spread flowers along roadsides, research their mysteries, and teach people how Florida’s first flowers sustain bees and butterflies. Join them today in supporting native wildflowers and the wildlife depending on them. Or print an application and send via mail. Have…
Central Florida gardeners have another location to see and explore native wildflowers and grasses. In 2017, a no-mow wildflower meadow was installed at the Orange County UF/IFAS Extension’s Exploration Gardens in Orlando, funded by the Viva Florida Landscape Demonstration Garden grant.
Many wildflowers bloom in the spring. Among them are carnivorous plants, and Florida has many to offer. Read our spring bloom report to learn where to see them.
Jody supports the Florida Wildflower Foundation because of the important work we do to preserve our native wildflower habitats!
Kirsten supports the Foundation because it helps promote and educate about the use of Florida native plants, which is so important.
Bring birds into your landscape by planting Florida native wildflowers, grasses and shrubs that provide food and habitat. Learn more now. Versión en español disponible.
Join us for a six-part webinar series with experienced research botanist Dr. Jim Folsom. This crash course in basic botany for the beginner will be presented within the context of Florida native plants.
