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Nyssa biflora
Its more upland relative, Nyssa sylvatica, grows well in sandy uplands and is highly similar in appearance. Somewhat slow growing. Grows naturally in , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Wildlife, Fruite eaten by birds and small to medium sized animals. , Habitat, Dome swamps, strand swamps. Tolerates extended periods of inundation. , Did You Know?, Fall color, Hurricane wind resistance Pollinated by bees.
  • Dense attractive foliage
  • Pleasant rounded shape
  • Majestic and graceful
  • Readily pruned into attractive shapes
  • Somewhat drought tolerant
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Prunus caroliniana
The range extends from Texas to North Carolina mostly in the coastal plan and adjacent areas of sandy hills.  In Florida, the range is continuous down , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Some tolerance to salty wind but not direct salt spray. , Considertions, This plant can be too prolific as the many seedlings that come up both around the plant and under bird perching sites can become problematic. Also spr , Wildlife, Seed is spread by birds. , Habitat, Dry-moist sites. Upland hardwood forests, upland mixed forest, secondary woods, riverine swamps, disturbed areas. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers, Interesting foliage Attracts bees.
  • Symmetrical shape
  • Raised diamond-shaped trunk pattern
  • Wonderfully fragrant flowers
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Peperomia obtusifolia
Most plants sold as P. obtusifolia are from tropical American stock; local sources are recommended both to protect the genome and to enhance your like , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Habitat, Swamps (epiphytic on trees/logs). , Did You Know?, Interesting foliage The floral morphology of Peperomia species suggests wind- and/or insect pollination, but not much is known.
  • Pleasant rounded shape
  • Relatively compact and narrow canopy
  • Susceptible to breakage, even in moderate winds
  • Often hosts orchids, ferns and bromiliads
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Hibiscus laevis
This is a wetland plant. It is rarely grown, but it has potential in appropriate sites. Background screen in wet garden , Tolerance, Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water. Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray , Wildlife, Attracts pollinators.  Bees are especially important for fertilization. , Habitat, Wet sites. Floodplains, riverbanks. , Did You Know?, Showy flowers Larval host of  Gray Hairstreak, Painted Lady Butterfly, Common Checkered Skipper and Tropical Checkered Skipper butterflies and  four
  • Colorful fall foliage
  • Lovely dark green, shiny leaves
  • Falls over easily, may require staking
  • Retains leaves until just before blooming
  • Pineapple-like showy fruits (female plants)
  • Beautiful pinwheel flowers, often multicolored