Florida Garden Planting Guide: Perennials for North, South, East, West Exposures

Paula in Zone 10 planted 70 perennials around her mother's home. Plants on north side thrive; south and west sides wilt in afternoon heat. She lists all plants by exposure.

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Nick praises her selections (roses, lantana, oleander, jasmines, plumbago, mandevilla, bird of paradise, bougainvillea, Mexican petunia). He offers specific tips:

• Bougainvillea: water-stress for more color.
• Oleander: watch for caterpillars.
• Jasmines: easy care.
• Plumbago: monitor for pests.
• Mandevilla: needs trellis.
• Bird of paradise: heavy feeder.
• All: ensure ample irrigation.

Mexican petunia (purple bell flowers) spreads aggressively—control it.