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.

An important sand dune stabilizer. Groundcover in sandy areas. Used for dune stabilization. Fast growing.

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.

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.