November 22, 2018

Location: Tavares, Lake Idamere County Park

This is probably a Firebush cultivar
Which means it was created through selective breeding.
Attempts are made to produce the brightest and best,
By the color, I'd say they're succeeding!

Sources: Florida Native Plant Society - Hamelia patens - firebush

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

Blatant plug reminder: David and I are excited to announce that we will be participating in the Shop Small event at the Heritage Center in downtown Vero Beach, this Saturday, November 24th, from 9 a.m.-1:00 p.m. In addition to tours, we will be selling calendars, magnets, and our brand new field guide* (all of which feature my photography), as well as gift packages that include all of the above in a handmade reusable tote bag. as well as gift packages that include all of the above in a handmade reusable tote bag. We hope you will come out and see us, and support us, as well as the many other local businesses who will be there. Visit the Heritage Center facebook page for details.

* The guide is in print as we speak. If it is not available by Saturday, you can pre-order and we will deliver as soon as it's available.

August 30, 2018

Location: Merritt Island, Sams House at Pine Island Conservation Area

This plant is known as Firebush
It helps butterflies and birds to thrive.
But if it freezes, the plant will die back,
But the roots will probably survive.

Sources: Florida Native Plant Society - Firebush

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson