The annual UF/IFAS Native Plant Sale returns to the University of Florida campus June 27-28, offering the public access to hundreds of Florida native plant species, including milkweeds, wildflowers, trees and shrubs.
The two-day sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday near the intersection of Mowry and Hull roads on the University of Florida campus. Purchases will be accepted by credit and debit card only.
Now in its fifth year, the sale will feature nearly 250 species of native plants, making it the largest and most diverse selection offered since the event began in 2020. The inventory, curated by students, faculty and staff, includes many rare and hard-to-find Florida native species not commonly available through commercial nurseries.
“We anticipate the highest demand will be for native milkweeds and vibrant wildflowers,” said Gage LaPierre, manager of the UF/IFAS Native Plant Nursery and a postdoctoral associate with the School of Forest, Fisheries, and Geomatics Sciences, in a press release. “There is an incredible public push right now to support monarchs and local pollinators, and these species are both beautiful and ecologically essential for Florida yards.”
In addition to an expanded plant selection, organizers have added multiple checkout lines, improved plant labeling, shaded areas and cold drinks to enhance the shopping experience.
“The feedback is always wonderful,” LaPierre said. “Attendees consistently share how thrilled they are to find rare, hard-to-source native plants that aren’t available in standard nurseries. They also deeply appreciate the opportunity to connect directly with Extension professionals to get tailored advice for their home landscapes and restoration projects.”
UF/IFAS experts will be available throughout the event to answer questions and provide guidance on selecting and caring for native plants.
To check out the inventory of plants, go to tinyurl.com/2026-Public-Plant-List.