Florida is known for its diverse climate. South and Central Florida experience year-long sunshine coupled with stifling humidity. However, the northern part experience colder winters. This diverse climate makes it possible to grow both native and non-native plants across the state. Adding yellow flowers to your landscaping project or flower bed can be eye-catching. This article dives into the yellow flowers in Florida along with their description.
Yellow flowers in Florida
Yellow is a positive and uplifting color that looks great in flower bed and boarders. Here’s our pick of the best yellow flowers in Florida:
(Telianthus angustifolius) Swamp Sunflower
The swamp sunflower is mostly considered a close relative to the commonly known garden sunflower due to their likeness in size, color, and affinity for sunlight. However, as its name suggests, the swamp sunflower thrives in moist soils and can even survive in poor, drained clay soil hence commonly graces the marshy areas of Florida.
Just as the garden sunflower, the swamp sunflower is a branching plant that produces masses of colorful yellow petals with green leaves. Its flowers measure 2-3 inches wide, and the plant can grow up to 6 feet high. The bright yellow, daisy-like petals attract bees, butterflies, and birds.
Gaillardia Blanket Flower
The blanket flower got its name after the native Indian blankets. Able to withstand long periods without water, they are mostly found in the South and some parts of Central Florida. This plant is renowned for its yellow daisy-like flowers and green leaves. The 2-3-inch-wide attractive flowers are held up by green foliage.
Although most of the blanket flowers are inter-breed, all the hybrids are delightfully colorful. They can reach 35 – 40 inches in height, but cultivars averagely rea
ch 15 inches high. Thriving in full sun, easy to maintain, and pest-resistant ability make the blanket flowers a great addition to the garden.
Related Article: Blanket Flower Growth and Care Guide
Aquilegia Columbine
Belonging to the Aquilegia genus, the columbine produces fascinating yellow flowers. Extended spurs that face backward and their five petals make it distinct. It has compound leaves with brightly colored sepals. The most cultivated European Columbine grow up to half a meter in height. Together with its several hybrids, these species are commonly grown in North America, mainly Florida. The columbine plants rarely get attacked by pets, and instead, their amazing yellow flowers attract bees and some species of birds.
Bulbine frutescens Bulbine
Blubine frutescens is one of the rare species of plants that are evergreen no matter the climate season, i.e., they still display their colorful yellow flowers even during winter. This is one of the reasons why it is loved by many and has grown in almost all parts of Florida. The Blubine can easily be grown both in containers or on land.
Their one-to-two-meter-wide grass-like leaves clump together, and about 15 inches long flower stalks give it the nickname “snake flower.” This flowering plant blooms almost the whole year, depending on its growing conditions. Since the plant stores water in its leaves and succulent flowers for use during harsh times and is also pest resistant, it requires less attention and time maintenance. The Bulbine is surely one of a kind, and their beautiful flowers are a treat for the eyes.
Chamaecrista fasciculata Partridge Pea
The chamaecrista fasciculata goes by a few names, i.e., partridge pea, sleeping plant, or sensitive plant. It has a 1-3 ft slender stem and compound leaves that give rise to many small green-yellow leaflets that fold when something touches it. Its axil gives rise to pretty yellow flowers that attract butterflies and bees.
The action of its leaves to fold when exposed to touch gives it the ” sensitive plant ” nickname. The partridge pea is an annual plant that blooms from June to November. Its alternate leaf arrangement and brightful half-inch yellow flowers make it one of Florida’s most sought-after plants.
Rudbeckia hirta Black eyed Susan
The black-eyed Susan is a drought-resistant plant that features bright yellow flowers. They tolerate the heat of the summer and high salty levels; hence they thrive in the coastal landscape of Florida. They grow to a height of 1.3 feet. Flowering in early autumn and late summer, the black-eyed Susan has a hairy stem and large leaves. Its butter-yellow flowers have a sweet fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies.