This is a deciduous conifer. Specimen tree. Mass plantings in moist areas. Wetland restoration and enhancement.

Informal wildflower gardens.

While naturally a wetland plant, this species does well across a broad array of cultural conditions. Specimen tree.

Noted for its shaggy, peeling salmon-colored bark. The natural form is a single-trunked tree, but multi-trunked cultivars are common. Southernmost birch in the US. Specimen plant located where the salmon-colored shaggy bark can be seen. Use for shoreline erosion control. Has been used for mine reclamation due to its tolerance of acidic soils.

This is a Florida endemic associated with dunes and scrub, both ancient and modern. Small specimen or border plant.

This is a rare plant listed as threatened by the State of Florida.  It should only be acquired from reputable plant nurseries. Border plant or as a single plants in a wildflower garden.

This tree is subject to Dutch elm disease which is not know to occur in Florida as of 2018 (IFAS, 2018). Medium shade tree for informal settings. Somewhat coarse in texture.

This is a Florida endemic. Screen plant esp. for sunny, dry sites. Specimen plant where its shiny foliage will be appreciated.