🌿 Florida Native | Pollinator Friendly | Drought Tolerant Shrub Silver-Foliage Native Pollinator Plant Grayleaf Teabush is a fast-growing Florida native shrub valued for its soft, velvety silver-gray foliage and delicate pink to lavender blooms that appear through summer and fall. It brings a striking contrast to green landscapes while supporting essential pollinators. Highly adaptable and extremely low-maintenance, this native plant is perfect for pollinator gardens, erosion control, naturalized plantings, and drought-tolerant landscapes. 🐝 Why You’ll Love Grayleaf Teabush 🦋 Pollinator MagnetFlowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects all season long. 🌿 Unique Silver FoliageSoft gray leaves add contrast, texture, and visual interest to any planting. 💪 Extremely Tough NativeHandles heat, drought, poor soils, and coastal conditions with ease. 🌾 Great for Restoration & Habitat PlantingsSupports biodiversity and stabilizes natural landscapes. 🌱 Growing Information USDA Zones: 8–10 (cold hardy to ~15–20°F)☀️ Light: Full sun to light shade (best flowering in full sun) 🌿 Soil Requirements Adaptable to sandy, rocky, or slightly alkaline soils Prefers well-drained conditions Tolerates poor soils once established Avoid prolonged standing water 🌱 Planting Instructions Space 3–5 feet apart for hedges or group plantings Dig a hole twice as wide and equal depth to the root ball Plant at ground level and backfill with native soil Water thoroughly after planting Apply mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds 💧 Watering Guide Water 1–2 times weekly during establishment (first 4–6 weeks) Once established, highly drought tolerant Only needs supplemental water during prolonged dry periods 🌿 Care & Maintenance Prune lightly in late winter or early spring Remove dead or leggy growth to encourage density Minimal fertilization required 🌾 What Makes It Thrive ☀️ Full sun exposure 🌿 Low-nutrient, well-drained soils 💧 Minimal watering once established 🌬 Open airflow for pollinator activity ✨ Grayleaf Teabush is a rugged, beautiful Florida native that delivers silver color, pollinator support, and long-term landscape resilience.

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🦋 A Must-Have for Butterfly Lovers | Native Firebush USDA Hardiness Zones: 8–11 Pollinator Powerhouse Turn your garden into a true pollinator paradise with the Native Firebush. This fast-growing Florida native shrub is known for its striking fiery red-orange blooms that appear nearly year-round in warm climates. A favorite of butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, Firebush brings constant movement, color, and life to any landscape while remaining incredibly easy to grow. 🌟 Why You’ll Love Firebush 🦋 Pollinator MagnetProduces nectar-rich blooms that attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds in abundance. 🔥 Bold, Year-Round ColorVibrant red-orange flowers and lush green foliage provide nonstop visual impact. 🌿 Fast-Growing & ResilientQuickly establishes and thrives in heat, humidity, and tough Florida conditions. 🏡 Versatile Landscape PlantPerfect for hedges, accents, butterfly gardens, and naturalized plantings. 🌱 Growing Information ☀️ Sun: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in full sun) 💧 Watering Guide Water regularly when young to establish roots Once established, highly drought tolerant Performs well with minimal care in warm climates 🌿 Soil Requirements Native Firebush is adaptable but performs best in: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil Slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.5) Sandy, loamy, or even light clay soils (if well-drained) Avoid waterlogged soil. If needed, amend heavy soils with compost or organic matter to improve drainage and root health. 🌸 Bloom & Wildlife Value Heavy blooming in spring through summer (and often beyond in warm climates) Constant nectar source for pollinators Excellent for supporting local biodiversity ✨ Native Firebush is one of the easiest ways to bring nonstop color and pollinator activity into your garden—beautiful, tough, and Florida-perfect.

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Give the gift of growing with a Flowing Well Tree Farm Gift Card—the perfect gift for gardeners, homeowners, and plant lovers of all kinds. With access to hundreds of native, fruiting, and ornamental trees and shrubs, your recipient can choose exactly what they want for their landscape or garden. Gift cards are easy to purchase online, can be used anytime, and are a thoughtful way to share something living, lasting, and uniquely personal. A Flowing Well Tree Farm Gift Card lets your loved ones plant memories that grow for years to come. 🌲🎁

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Fragrant Blooms • Native Beauty • Pollinator Friendly USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–10 Bring timeless beauty and sweet fragrance to your landscape with the elegant Sweetbay Magnolia, a graceful native tree loved for its creamy white, lemon-scented flowers and glossy green foliage with shimmering silver undersides. Blooming from late spring through summer, this stunning native attracts butterflies and pollinators while adding year-round beauty to landscapes, rain gardens, pondsides, and naturalized areas. In warmer climates, Sweetbay Magnolia remains more evergreen, while cooler regions enjoy its semi-evergreen charm and seasonal interest. Why You'll Love Sweetbay Magnolia ✔ Fragrant Creamy White Blooms – Lemon-scented flowers bloom from late spring through summer. ✔ Pollinator Friendly – Attracts butterflies, bees, and beneficial pollinators. ✔ Elegant Native Tree – Glossy leaves with silvery undersides create year-round beauty. ✔ Perfect for Moist Areas – Thrives near ponds, rain gardens, low areas, and consistently moist landscapes. ✔ Adaptable & Easy to Grow – Performs beautifully in a variety of soils and climates. Mature SizeHeight: 10–35 feet tallSpread: 10–20 feet wide Sunlight RequirementsPerforms best in full sun to partial shade. More sunlight encourages fuller growth and increased flowering. Soil RequirementsPrefers moist, acidic, well-drained soils and thrives in areas with consistent moisture. Tolerates clay, sandy, or loamy soils when watered regularly. Planting InstructionsPlant at the same depth as the nursery container in a location with good moisture retention. Water thoroughly after planting and apply mulch to conserve moisture while keeping it away from the trunk. WateringWater regularly during establishment to encourage strong root growth. Once mature, Sweetbay Magnolia becomes more adaptable but performs best with consistent moisture, especially during dry periods. FertilizerFeed with a slow-release fertilizer for acid-loving plants in early spring. Avoid excessive fertilizing, as magnolias thrive with light feeding. Pruning & CareMinimal pruning required. Lightly prune after blooming to shape or remove damaged branches. Avoid heavy winter pruning. The Sweetbay Magnolia is a beautiful native tree that combines fragrance, wildlife value, elegant foliage, and easy care, making it a perfect addition to both formal landscapes and natural settings.  

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🌺 Dwarf Pomegranate (Punica granatum var. nana) | Compact Ornamental Fruit Shrub Compact Beauty with Vibrant Color The Dwarf Pomegranate is a stunning, low-maintenance ornamental shrub prized for its bright orange-red blooms and small decorative fruit. Perfect for adding bold color to patios, small gardens, hedges, and containers, this compact variety delivers beauty with very little effort. Its long blooming season and eye-catching fruit make it a standout in any warm-climate landscape. 🌟 Why You’ll Love Dwarf Pomegranate 🌺 Brilliant Long-Lasting BloomsVibrant orange-red flowers appear from late spring through summer. 🍎 Ornamental Fruit DisplayProduces small decorative pomegranates that add seasonal interest into fall. 🌿 Compact & VersatilePerfect for containers, borders, hedges, and small-space landscapes. ☀️ Heat Loving & Low MaintenanceThrives in hot, sunny conditions with minimal care once established. 🌱 Growing Information USDA Zones: 7–11☀️ Light: Full sun for best flowering and fruit production 🌿 Soil Requirements Prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soil Ideal pH: 5.5–7.0 Avoid heavy, soggy, or compacted soils Benefits from added organic matter for drainage and fertility 🌱 Planting Instructions Plant at the same depth as the nursery container Space for good air circulation Water thoroughly after planting Apply a light mulch layer to retain moisture and protect roots 💧 Watering Guide Keep soil consistently moist during the first growing season Once established, highly drought tolerant Water deeply during extended dry periods for best performance 🌿 Fertilizer Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Avoid excess nitrogen to encourage better flowering and fruiting ✂️ Pruning & Care Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape Remove suckers from the base regularly Thin dense growth to improve airflow and flowering 🍎 Fruiting & Bloom Cycle Blooms from late spring through summer Fruit develops from late summer into fall Highly ornamental even when not fruiting ✨ Dwarf Pomegranate is the perfect combination of bold flowers, unique fruit, and compact size—ideal for Florida-friendly gardens and container landscapes.

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🌸 Pink Piedmont Azalea – Brilliant Blooms • Pollinator Magnet • Native Southern Beauty USDA Hardiness Zones: 6–9Mature Height: 2–3 ft The Pink Piedmont Azalea brings breathtaking spring color to the landscape with blooms ranging from soft blush to vibrant pink. Each plant is grown from seed at Flowing Well Tree Farm, ensuring natural genetic diversity, resilience, and strong adaptation to southern landscapes. Perfect for woodland gardens, native plantings, and pollinator habitats, this deciduous azalea delivers beauty and ecological value in one stunning package. 🌸 Why You’ll Love It 💗 Brilliant Spring BloomsClusters of pink flowers create a showstopping spring display with light fragrance and seasonal charm. 🦋 Pollinator MagnetAttracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees—supporting a thriving, biodiverse garden. 🌿 Native Southern BeautyNaturally adapted to southeastern climates and ideal for woodland and understory plantings. 🌱 Seed-Grown & UniqueEach plant is genetically diverse, making every azalea slightly unique and naturally resilient. 🌱 Growing Conditions 📍 Zones: 6–9 (cold-hardy across the Southeast and lower Mid-Atlantic)🌤 Light: Partial shade preferred (morning sun / afternoon shade ideal) 🌿 Soil & Planting Guide 🌱 Soil Needs: Well-drained, acidic soil (pH 4.5–6.0) Rich in organic matter (amend with peat, pine bark, or compost) Avoid heavy clay or alkaline soils unless properly amended 📏 Planting Instructions: Dig hole twice the width of root ball and slightly shallower than its height Set root ball slightly above soil level (do not plant deeply) Backfill with amended soil and gently firm Apply 2–3 inches of pine bark or pine straw mulch, keeping away from crown 💧 Watering & Care Keep soil evenly moist, especially during establishment Water 2–3 times weekly for the first 3 months After establishment, water during dry periods (especially spring/summer) Rainwater or filtered water is best for optimal pH balance 🌿 Fertilization Use acid-loving slow-release fertilizer (10-8-6 or similar) Apply in early spring and lightly again in late summer Avoid overfertilizing—roots are sensitive Organic options like cottonseed meal or fish emulsion work well 🌟 Why Choose Pink Piedmont Azalea? Native and naturally pest-resistant Stunning spring color for woodland gardens Excellent for pollinators and wildlife habitat Ideal for naturalistic and understory landscapes Strong, locally adapted seed-grown stock ✨ Order now to reserve your Pink Piedmont Azalea and bring native spring beauty and pollinator life to your landscape!

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🌿 Tropical Beauty & Homegrown Flavor – Passion Fruit Vine USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9 Native Edible Vine Turn your backyard into a lush, productive paradise with Passion Fruit (Passiflora incarnata)—a fast-growing native vine celebrated for its stunning purple-and-white exotic blooms and delicious, sweet-tart fruit. Perfect for gardeners seeking both beauty and function, this vigorous vine quickly transforms fences, trellises, and arbors into living green walls filled with color, fragrance, and wildlife activity. 🌟 Why You’ll Love Passion Fruit 🌸 Exotic, Fragrant BloomsIntricate purple-and-white flowers that add tropical elegance and draw constant attention. 🍈 Sweet & Tangy FruitProduces flavorful passion fruit ideal for fresh eating, juices, desserts, and preserves. 🦋 Wildlife MagnetAttracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, while birds enjoy the nutritious fruit. 🌿 Fast-Growing & Low MaintenanceRapid growth makes it perfect for covering fences, pergolas, and privacy screens. ☀️ Heat & Drought TolerantThrives in full sun and becomes highly resilient once established. 🌱 Growing Instructions ☀️ Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering and fruiting in full sun)🌿 Growth: Fast-growing vine reaching 15–20 feet—ideal for vertical structures 🌿 Soil Requirements Prefers well-drained, fertile soil Ideal pH: 6.0–7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral) Performs best in loamy or sandy soils with good drainage Avoid heavy clay or poorly drained areas to prevent root rot Enrich soil with compost or organic matter for best growth 💧 Watering Guide Keep soil consistently moist during establishment Once established, moderately drought tolerant Avoid overwatering and waterlogged conditions 🌿 Planting & Care Plant in spring when temperatures are warm and stable Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and plant at soil level Water thoroughly after planting Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature Provide a strong support structure (trellis, fence, arbor, or pergola) 🌟 Perfect For Creating a tropical garden feel Covering fences, arbors, and pergolas Building natural privacy screens Producing fresh, homegrown passion fruit ✨ A fast-growing native vine that delivers beauty, shade, and edible harvests—Passion Fruit is the perfect addition to any Florida-friendly or southern garden.

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Add a touch of seasonal beauty to your landscape USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10 Add year-round charm to your landscape with Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria), a stunning evergreen shrub or small tree that shines through every season. Growing between 10-20 feet tall, it boasts dark green leaves and vibrant red berries that last through the winter, creating a festive and seasonal display perfect for the holidays. Perfect for creating hedges, privacy screens, or as a standout ornamental plant, Yaupon Holly thrives in various soil types and does well in full sun to partial shade. Once established, it exhibits impressive drought tolerance. The bright berries provide a vital food source for birds in winter, and the leaves can even be brewed into a naturally caffeinated tea, offering a cozy, comforting touch on chilly days.

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🌿 USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9 Looking to restore disturbed land or stabilize erosion-prone areas? Native Elderberry is a powerful, fast-growing solution with a dense, fibrous root system that helps hold soil in place—making it ideal for slopes, streambanks, drainage areas, and low-lying sites. Beyond restoration work, Elderberry brings incredible value to the landscape with pollinator-attracting flowers, wildlife habitat, and nutrient-rich berries enjoyed by both people and birds. Tough, adaptable, and productive, it performs well across a wide range of conditions. 🌟 Why You’ll Love Elderberry 🌿 Powerful Erosion ControlFast-growing root system helps stabilize soil and reduce erosion naturally. 🦋 Wildlife & Pollinator FriendlyClusters of flowers attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, while berries feed birds and wildlife. 🍇 Edible, Nutrient-Rich BerriesProduces dark purple berries perfect for syrups, jams, and natural wellness uses (when properly prepared). 🌎 Highly Adaptable Native PlantThrives in a variety of soil types and moisture conditions, making it ideal for restoration and naturalized plantings. 🌱 Planting & Care Guide 📍 Location:Full sun to partial shade (4–6+ hours of sunlight). Best suited for moist lowlands, slopes, and areas with seasonal water movement. 🌿 Spacing:Plant 6–10 feet apart for proper airflow and mature growth. 🌱 Soil Preparation:Loosen soil 12–18 inches deep and mix in compost or organic matter to improve structure, especially in sandy or compacted soils. 📏 Planting Depth:Set at the same depth as the container. Keep the crown above soil level. 💧 Watering:Water thoroughly after planting. Keep soil consistently moist for 6–12 weeks, and maintain regular watering during the first year. 🍂 Mulching:Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base (not touching the stem) to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. 🪴 Support:Usually not required, though young plants may benefit from staking in windy or sloped areas. 🌿 Soil Requirements Prefers moist, well-drained soils Grows in clay, loam, or sandy conditions Best in slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–6.5) Avoid long-term dry or heavily compacted soils 🌱 Fertilizing Elderberry 🌿 Type: Balanced slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10 or 8-8-8) or compost🗓 Timing: Early spring; optional mid-summer feeding for young or fruiting plants📏 Amount: ½–1 lb per plant depending on size💡 Tip: Apply in a wide ring around the plant (not touching the stem) and water thoroughly after application Avoid excess nitrogen, which can reduce fruit production. ✨ Perfect for restoration projects, habitat creation, and edible landscapes—Native Elderberry is a resilient, multipurpose plant that strengthens soil while supporting wildlife and food production. 📄 Download PDF Handout Available

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USDA Hardiness Zones 7-9 Introducing Vitex (Vitex agnus-castus)—commonly known as chaste trees or monk's pepper—these gorgeous deciduous shrubs or small trees will elevate your landscape! With their striking aromatic, palmate leaves and long spikes of fragrant lavender-blue flowers that bloom in summer, Vitex plants are a stunning addition to any garden. Why Choose Vitex? Vibrant Blooms: Enjoy beautiful summer flowers that attract butterflies and bees, creating a lively and colorful outdoor environment. Versatile Growth: Reaching heights of 10-20 feet, Vitex plants are perfect for use as specimen plants, in borders, or for creating informal hedges. Low Maintenance: Thriving in well-drained soils and full sun, these drought-tolerant plants are easy to care for once established, making them ideal for busy gardeners. Ornamental Appeal: With their striking foliage and eye-catching flowers, Vitex plants add a touch of Mediterranean elegance to your landscape.   Download PDF Handout    

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