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Acid Loving Plants in Florida
Acid Loving Plants in Florida. The state of Florida includes plants within the U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8 to 10. The hardiness zone map delineates the United States based on the lowest temperature extreme to assist gardeners with plant selection. The lowest tolerated temperature of an area is the deciding factor in which...
The state of Florida includes plants within the U.S. Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 8 to 10. The hardiness zone map delineates the United States based on the lowest temperature extreme to assist gardeners with plant selection. The lowest tolerated temperature of an area is the deciding factor in which plants can live in a given area. Zone 8 includes areas where winter temperatures can go down to 10 degrees F. The coastal areas of Florida present additional challenges to its flora, requiring high levels of salt tolerance or acidic conditions in some places.
Scarlet Rosemallow
Scarlet rosemallow is one of several native and non-native species of hibiscus found in Florida. Its showy scarlet flowers will attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a good addition for a wildlife garden. It prefers acidic soils, with medium to wet soil condition. It also has a high salt tolerance. Scarlet rosemallow can tolerate conditions in hardiness zones 6 to 9.
Gardenia
Gardenia or Cape Jasmine, is a non-native ornamental plant. It prefers shady conditions in acidic to slightly acidic soils. Gardenias produce white, fragrant flowers. It has a relatively broad hardiness zone range from zones 8 to 11, yet is a high-maintenance addition to the garden. The gardenia can grow up to 6 feet tall with an equally wide spread.
Scarlet Jungleflame
Scarlet jungleflame is another showy plant found in Florida and other sub-tropical areas. Also known as flame-in-the-woods, it has attractive bright yellow to orange blooms. It is a perennial shrub that requires acidic soil conditions. It is colorful addition to the home garden, with average water needs. The scarlet jungleflame prefers full sun.
Florida Azalea
Florida azalea is a native Florida plant. It prefers acidic soils in partial shade conditions. In addition to providing color with its attractive yellow-orange flowers, Florida azalea is a good addition for a wildlife garden, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds while providing food for songbirds. It is a slow-growing shrub that can reach heights up to 10 feet at maturity.
Oakleaf Hydrangea
Oakleaf hydrangea is a native Florida shrub, with some tolerance for wet soil conditions. It thrives best in acidic to slightly acidic soils. It blooms in the summer, with white to cream-colored flowers. It is a fast-growing plant that can grow up to 10 feet with a spread of six to eight feet. It is relatively low maintenance. It will do well in full sun to partial shade.
