When you start looking for outdoor plants safe for dogs here in Central Florida, it’s doggone disappointing at first.
Asiatic jasmine? Nope — toxic. Podocarpus? Toxic. Croton? Ti plant? Bougainvillea?
Nope, nope, nope.
Aw, man, so many Florida favorites! We’re clearly barking up the wrong tree. This might be ruff.
Let’s face it, if you’re a plant in Florida, you better love sun.
But some plants love it more than others, offering bigger flowers and brighter, more colorful foliage when they soak up plenty of rays.
What are some great plants for full sun in Central Florida?
Grab your sunglasses and let’s take a look.
You have to love anything that’s self-cleaning, right? Ovens. Palm trees. Toddlers. (Not quite there yet with that last one.)
Lawns can be so needy, right?
Let’s face it, the only truly hurricane-resistant landscaping is a bunch of fake plants arranged in a living room bunker underground.
Palm trees scream vacation. Maybe even louder than you scream “vacation!” as you load your packed suitcases into the car.
In case a little bird hasn’t told you yet, many of our beautiful winged friends are in trouble as their natural habitats disappear.
Lots of people assume Florida is a tropical paradise where flowers bloom all winter in a dazzling spectacle of perfect perky petals.
Not exactly. Well, maybe on the tourism websites.
What flowers bloom in winter in Florida?
If it seems like you spend half your life watering your potted plants, you might be right.
As much as you love your leafy beauties, the constant watering is a big drag, right?
First, can we get a round of applause for Florida flowers that bloom all year? That’s a lot of work, right?
Nobody expects you to be perky and beautiful all the time. It would be exhausting.
So give them a little nod of appreciation when you walk past.
Want plants that bloom year-round in Central Florida?
Check out these blooming beauties — and some colorful bonus ideas at the end.