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First 5 Plants to Grow in a Florida Homestead Yard
A first plant list should lower confusion, not create a collector mindset.
A Strong First 5
- Katuk
- Cassava
- Lemongrass
- Pigeon Pea
- Banana where water and space support it
These are not the only good choices, but they are easy to explain, easy to picture in a real yard, and useful enough to justify space.
Plant Material Examples
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