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Alternate-leaved Dogwood

Cornus alternifolia

Small specimen tree. Can also work as an understory tree.

Smaller stature
Imposing stature
Does best with periodic fertalization
Easily trimmed to maintain desired size
Susceptible to breakage, even in moderate winds
Not a true pine

Sea-lavender

Heliotropium gnaphalodes

Is listed as Endangered in Florida. Hedges; small specimen plants; mass planting; ground cover; large planters. Dune reclamation.

Beloved in South Florida
Does poorly oceanside
Attracts butterflies
Relatively compact and narrow canopy

Tall Tickseed

Coreopsis tripteris

Plant at the back of an informal wildflower or butterfly garden--it gets tall.

Compact size
Classic Southern tree
Wonderfully fragrant at night
Fruit eaten by birds
Very showy bright yellow flowers
Massive stature

Mockernut Hickory

Carya tomentosa

Large shade tree. Plant where falling/fallen nuts will not be a problem.

Requires protection from strong winds
Dense canopy
Somewhat drought tolerant
Attractive silver-gray foliage
Intoxicating fragrance
Magnificent when flowering

Woodbine

Parthenocissus quinquefolia

Allow to climb on trellis, trees, or building masonry. The tendrils of Virginia creeper are tipped with adhesive-like disks that gives the vine the ability of cementing itself to surfaces. Unlike many vines, these tendrils will not penetrate the surface of the masonry which can be detrimental to the structure. Can be used as a ground cover.

Narrow crown
Does best in cooler areas of South Florida
Moderately slow growth
Massive, breathtaking and impressive
Magnificent