Because it's a legume, it will grow well in poor soil. There are multiple subspecies. Wildflower garden. This is a low, wide-spreading plant that will do well near the front of the garden.

Cover plant, hedge plant, screen.

Edible. Primarily recommended for natural landscapes and habitat restorations. Grown by enthusiasts.

Its range in Florida is limited to only a couple of northern counties,. Wildflower garden.

Not frequently cultivated, but worthy of consideration in appropriate sites for its long-lasting colorful fruits.  Fruits can be red or yellow. Good winter interest in a wetland setting. Would make a good wet-site hedge

This is a narrow endemic found only in the southern parts of Wakulla and Franklin Counties.  It is listed as Endangered  by the State of Florida. Wildflower meadows with other tall plants to add support.

An important sand stabilizer in the pioneer zone of beach dunes and can tolerate occasional flooding by sea water. Use as a groundcover in moist coastal settings.

Not typically available commercially. One (P. tenuifolius) in the panhandle,the other on the peninsula.  P. tenuifolius is almost endemic (there is an outlying documented occurrence in Alabama).  It is listed as Threatened. The other (P. grandifolia) is endemic and occurs mostly in the peninsula. Wildflower garden.

Emerald ash borer is a problem in the northeast, and if it reaches Florida, it would likely be lethal to this species. Specimen tree where a small drought-tolerant tree is desired.