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Woody perennial plants without a well defined main stem
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Bougainvillea
Description
Bougainvillea is a tropical vining shrub that comes in a wide array of bright and fanciful colors. The "flowers" are actually modified leaves, called bracts, that are long-lasting and bright. The colorful bracts outshine the plant's true (but tiny) flower, much like a poinsettia. For more information on Bougainvillea, see the UF/IFAS Gardening Solutions Bougainvillea page.
Coffea, produces coffee beans, makes coffee (beverage)
Crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia species) has become a dominant landscape plant in North and Central Florida and throughout the South. Breeding programs over the last 30 years have produced superior forms with a wide range of plant sizes and habits; improved flowering, new flower colors, ornamental bark, ornamental foliage, and disease resistance; and increased vigor. See Crapemyrtle in Florida for an overview and history of the many types of crapemyrtle available.
Contrary to popular belief, crapemyrtles do not require much pruning. Remove any poorly placed limbs as needed, but avoid what is commonly known as "crape murder." Learn more about proper pruning techniques in Crapemyrtle Pruning.
Related Topics: Shrubs, Native Plants
Related Topics: Shrubs, Lawn and Garden Care
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Publications
Cephalanthus occidentalis: Buttonbush
Edward F. Gilman, Keighly Graves, Wendy Wilber, Tom Wichman, Claire Lewis, Gail Hansen, andRyan Klein
Buttonbush is a Florida native deciduous shrub with attractive leaves, showy globe-shaped flowers which attract pollinators, and bright-red fruit. This is an excellent plant for wooded areas or near the riparian zone.
Calycanthus floridus: Carolina Allspice, Sweetshrub
Edward F. Gilman, Keighly Graves, Wendy Wilber, Tom Wichman, Claire Lewis, Gail Hansen, andRyan Klein
Carolina allspice is a woody deciduous shrub native to Florida and the southeast United States. It has aromatic leaves and showy flowers and is well suited as a screening or hedge plant, as a foundation plant, or part of a pollinator garden.
Spiraea cantoniensis Reeve's Spiraea, Bridal-Wreath
Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen
This document provides a comprehensive overview of Spiraea cantoniensis, commonly known as Reeve’s Spiraea or Bridal-Wreath. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its fine-textured, small leaves and dense clusters of pure white flowers that bloom in spring. The document discusses the plant’s growth habits, preferred growing conditions, and potential uses in landscaping, such as mass plantings, specimen plants, and hedges. Additionally, it addresses the plant’s moderate drought tolerance, soil preferences, and minimal pest issues, making it a versatile and attractive option for various garden settings. Original publication date October 1999.