When planting a garden, one should always consider the type of shade-loving plant that is most appropriate for the location. Several examples include Peace lilies, Cycads, and Crepe jasmine. But there are many other options as well. You can choose any of them, as long as they are native to Florida. Below is a list of plants suitable for the Florida shade. You can visit your local nursery to purchase these plants.
Peace lilies
Known as one of the most beautiful tropical plants, peace lilies are among the most beautiful flowering plants you can grow in Florida. This beautiful flowering plant is known to purify the air inside your home and has been known to boost your mood and work productivity. It needs consistent, moist soil to thrive. Make sure to water it whenever the top inch of soil looks dry and set it back in its saucer.
To make sure your peace lilies stay healthy and bloom, fertilize them every two to three weeks. For best results, use an organic houseplant fertilizer. Apply it to the soil every two to four weeks to maintain the pH balance. If you don’t want to use fertilizer, you can add peat moss or well-rotted compost to your soil before planting. Generally, peace lilies grow best in sandy loam soil.
Another flower that thrives in shade is the peace lily. This beautiful flower has spiky, long leaves that are perfect for enhancing the look of your home. While these plants aren’t as large as peace lilies, they can be an excellent addition to your garden. There are many varieties of peace lilies, and they are all beautiful in their own way. Peace lilies can be found all over the world. There are so many options to choose from, it’s easy to find the right one for your space.
For outdoor planting, peace lilies can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. Make sure to plant them in a shady location with well-drained soil. Peace lilies grow best in temperatures between 55 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Keep the peace lilies away from children as they may cause vomiting if eaten. Be sure to choose a pot that has enough room to accommodate the roots of peace lilies.
Crepe jasmine
Crepe Jasmine is a perennial shrub with fragrant, waxy white flowers that bloom all night long. The flower spikes are 6 feet tall and wide. The plant thrives in shady to partly sunny spots. It likes acidic, well-drained soil and is moderately drought-tolerant. The plant is often grown as a specimen, hedge, or foundation planting.
When planting a crepe jasmine, choose a location that gets plenty of shade. You can plant it close to the house, but it needs at least three feet of space. If you have a patio or deck with partial shade, consider planting a crepe jasmine in a container. It needs adequate water and fertilizer. Make sure to plant the crepe jasmine at least 15 feet from concrete.
Crepe jasmine is drought-tolerant once established. It needs regular water to look its best. It likes an acidic soil, but in south Florida it may suffer from nutrient deficiencies. A few other factors to consider when choosing a crepe jasmine for your shade garden are the temperature, soil type, and sun. If your shade garden is in a warmer part of Florida, you may want to plant crepe jasmine in a container.
Shade plants are a great way to add color and depth to your landscape. Some shade-tolerant plants grow well in dappled light, while others need constant shade. Crepe jasmine is a perennial flower that is good for shade gardens. Choosing a plant for shade in Florida depends on your climate zone, soil type, watering needs, and desired height. If you want a flowering shrub with color and fragrance, consider the Bolivian sunset. Its orange-red flowers resemble those of a pinwheel, with red stems and green leaves.
Croton
The croton is an old world evergreen shrub with a lovely variegated leaf pattern. Native to Asia, this plant does best in full sun. Although it can withstand some winter chill, it can be damaged by a frost. When stressed, crotons will drop their leaves and regenerate once the temperatures are warmer. As a result, they are best suited for growing in partial shade.
Unlike other plants that require high maintenance, crotons do well in part-shade conditions. While they are quite drought-tolerant once established, they do not like constant moisture. They will wilt in drought conditions, and overwatering can cause fungus and root rot. However, if you can maintain a steady humidity level, you’ll have a lovely plant with a stunning display.
While crotons are generally pest-free, they occasionally experience scale, mite, and thrips. If you see signs of pests, it’s best to use a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol. Otherwise, crotons are not a problem. For more information about crotons, contact your local county extension office. When in doubt, ask for advice. This will ensure that you don’t end up with a garden full of dead plants.
As mentioned before, crotons are easy-going plants, but they do not tolerate wet feet. If you grow them in a shady spot, you can transplant them to a brighter one after they’ve grown a bit. Planting crotons in the shade will keep the plants from being dehydrated and burnt. You can plant them in full sunlight or part-shade, but you have to be careful not to over-water them. They will eventually become dusty. You should regularly wash them to keep spider mites at bay.
Cycads
Cycads are excellent choices for shade gardens in Florida. They have a solitary, cylindrical trunk that is often unbranched and grows slowly. The evergreen leaves of cycads grow in rosettes directly off the trunk, which become a crown of foliage as they mature. Their pinnate leaves are stiff and leathery, and they are tender when first emerging.
The coontie, a native Florida cycad, is the only native cycad to North America. The species dates back 325 million years, and was extremely abundant during the Jurassic period. Nowadays, these plants are restricted to the southwestern United States and tropical and subtropical areas, but are still highly prized for their beauty and adaptability. The only difference between them and other native plants in Florida is their habitat, and they are considered endangered.
Cycads are among the world’s most diverse plants, and 70 percent of their species occur in South and Central America. They grow in tropical semi-desert climates, and some species will thrive in full sun. Because they are so hardy and versatile, they make an excellent choice for planting in sunny or partially shaded areas. But you must be careful to choose the right species, and the right type of soil.
If you’re looking for tropical landscaping plants, you can’t go wrong with cycads. These beautiful palms are easy to grow and maintain. They are excellent accent plants in the landscape, and they can be grown in groups of several species. You can even group them to create a tropical-style landscape. Just make sure that you don’t grow too many of them, or they will be overtaken by other plants.
Mexican heather
Mexican heather is a low-growing shrub with small, green, feathery stems and attractive flowers. Native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, this plant is now naturalized in Hawaii. It can grow as a perennial in USDA Zones 9 to 11, but in colder climates, it is a hardy annual. In containers, Mexican heather is an attractive groundcover.
When transplanting your Mexican heather plant, make sure to choose a spot with 8 hours of indirect sunlight. If you do not have the shade that Mexican heather prefers, you can grow it indoors in a pot with good drainage. Dig a hole about two feet deep and an inch wide for each plant. Once the hole is dug, plant the Mexican heather and add soil to the pot.
After the soil has warmed, Mexican heather can be planted outdoors. Plant it in late fall or early spring to promote rapid root establishment. The cool temperatures and rainy season will help your plants establish their roots faster. Plant Mexican heather in Florida only if you live in a climate where winters are a problem. The plant will bloom during mid-late summer. However, if you live in a tropical climate, you should plant it indoors.
Succulents are another good choice for shade. These plants don’t require much water and don’t require much sunlight. Succulents are drought-tolerant and need little water, but the foliage can get leggy and ugly. If you live in an area that is colder than Zone 8, it might not survive. Nevertheless, Mexican heather is an excellent choice in Florida gardens. Its foliage is long and blue, and it grows up to six inches tall.