Helping our community plant hardy Florida gardens and landscapes since 1982.
Proud to be sustainably-run.
Open: Thursday - Sunday 10am - 4pm
730 Myakka Road, Sarasota, Florida 34240 (941) 322-1915
We carry organically grown native pink milkweed, Asclepias incarnata, for Monarch and Queen Butterflies, as well as 2-3 other native milkweeds.
Let us help you develop a beautiful, life-supporting and environmentally-sensitive native plant landscape that:
Is ecological and economical, native plants can minimize or eliminate lawn, fertilizers, pesticides and irrigation.
Promotes and supports biodiversity, native plants provide food and habitat for birds, butterflies and pollinators.
Helps to redesign suburbia into the "Real Florida," a gardening approach that promotes Florida's natural beauty and an authentic sense of place.
Has "the right plant for the right place," native plants can thrive in all of Florida's natural conditions, from full sun and salt swept sandy soils to deep shade and flooded wet soils.
Has hardy edible plants, herbs and medicinal plants for both year-round and seasonal gardening. Native or Florida-friendly edibles and herbs can provide healthy, home-grown food for you, your family and friends.
Native Pink Milkweed
We carry organically grown native pink milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) for Monarch and Queen Butterflies.
Awards, Grants and Community Service
2023- 2019 Wild About Nature Festival Donor, Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast
2023 - 2012 Green Business Partner, Sarasota County
2023 - 2016 Certified Wildlife Habitat, National Wildlife Federation Gardening for Wildlife Program
2023- 2012 Partner for Sustainable Pollination, Bee-friendly Farming Program Certification
2023 Native Plant Garden Tour Participant, Florida Native Plants Society, Sarasota
2023 Eco Summit Sponsor, Science and Environment Council of Southwest Florida, Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota
2019 Sustainable Business Award: This award recognizes businesses and organizations in the Tampa Bay area that are committed to making a positive impact on the planet, social responsibility and environmental stewardship. https://sustany.org/awards/
2016 Green Arrow Award, "Greenest" Retail Business in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, 941CEO Magazine
2012 Landscape Award of Excellence for Ecosystem Restoration, top state award by Florida Native Plants Society for Back Dune at White Sands Cabana Club, Siesta Key. Designer and Contractor - Laurel Schiller, Florida Native Plants Nursery & Landscaping
2009 Certificate of Recognition, Sarasota County Government, Laurel Schiller, Planning Commission.
2008 Certificate of Appreciation, New College of Florida, Donation to New College Plant Fair and Expo.
2006 Certificate of Appreciation, Golden City Woman's Club of Sarasota, Speech on Florida Native Plants.
2006 Environmental Business Award, Sarasota Audubon Society “Laurel Schiller and Janice de Grineau are recognized for beautifying urban landscapes while increasing habitat for wildlife and birds, reducing pesticide and water use, and fostering educational opportunities for homeowners and businesses." — Herald-Tribune February 26, 2007.
2011 Aurora Award for Landscape Design, Florida Native Plants Nursery & Landscape Designer - Sharon Fitzpatrick
2006 Awarded $3,000 Sarasota Bay and Estuary grant for ‘Holiday Party for the Birds’ events at ten local libraries and schools.
2006 Certificate of Recognition, Sarasota County Government, Environmentally Sensitive Lands Oversight Committee.
2006 Sierran of the Month Award, Manatee-Sarasota Sierra Club, Laurel Schiller.
2005 Environmental Business Award, Certificate of Commendation, Sarasota Audubon Society
2003 Certificate of Recognition, Sarasota County Government, Laurel Schiller, Sarasota Tree Advisory Council.
2003 Certificate of Appreciation, Manatee-Sarasota Sierra Club & Florida House Institute, Keep it Clean and "Green" Earth Expo.
2003 Certificate of Appreciation, Sarasota County Government, Laurel Schiller, Environmentally Sensitive Lands Oversight Committee.
2002 1st Place. Florida Native Plant Society "Design with Natives Awards Program" for Schoolyard Professional Design. Lemon Bay High School Auditorium.
2002 Awarded $30,000 Florida Urban Forestry Grant to plant entrance to Myakka River State Park. Partnered with Friends of Myakka River State Park.
2001 1st Place. Florida Native Plant Society "Design with Natives Awards Program" for Ecosystem Restoration Professional Design. Water Club on Longboat Key.
1996 Florida Master Gardeners Award of Excellence for Special Audiences for native plant design work for Habitat for Humanity, Sarasota.
1996 Business of the year. Environmental Confederation of Southwest Florida.
1995 Florida Master Gardener’s State Award of Excellence for ‘Special Audiences’ for native plant design work for Habitat for Humanity, Sarasota.
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