Plant This, Not That: UF/IFAS Experts Help You Landscape the Florida-Friendly Way
June 10, 2025
By Rolando Negron
Some plants may look great on the shelf at your local nursery, but they can wreak havoc once planted. Invasive species often escape our yards and spread fast, threatening Florida’s natural ecosystems and costing time and money to control.
Plant This, Not That is a practical, award-winning guide created by UF/IFAS faculty to help Floridians make better planting choices. The guide features 22 full-color entries that spotlight commonly sold invasive plants, explaining their impact and offering Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ alternatives that are both attractive and safe for your landscape.
Whether you’re a homeowner, professional landscaper, or just someone who loves working in the yard, this resource makes it easier to protect what makes Florida unique while still keeping your outdoor space looking great.
Written by UF/IFAS experts Tina McIntyre, Rachel Gutner, Sandra Wilson, Morgan Pinkerton, and Brooks Parrish, this guide earned national recognition with the 2022 ASHS Extension Division Educational Materials Award.
Ready to garden more sustainably and help protect Florida’s ecosystems while you’re at it?
Order your copy of Plant This, Not That at the UF/IFAS Bookstore.