4. Spanish bayonet

Many call this yucca the wonder plant of Florida because it is incredibly easy to grow in the harsh conditions of central and south Florida. In case you want to add a little bit of vertical structure to your garden the Spanish bayonet is what you are looking for.

This ornamental shrub can grow up to 10 feet tall, and it will make your yard look like a tropical paradise. During spring and summer, the little white flowers that grow on the tall spikes of this plant will bloom, and your whole garden will be filled with their fragrance.

Spanish bayonet is a plant that can be easily integrated into any Florida landscape. North or South, it doesn’t matter. Also, because it has a high salt tolerance, the Spanish bayonet can be planted in coastal gardens without any trouble.

If you decide to plant this shrub in your yard, you should know that this is a long-term project. This yucca will not reach maturity quickly. You will need to wait a couple of years before it grows and flowers.