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Best Plants for Miami, Florida

📍 Miami, FL 🌡️ USDA Zone 10b 🌱 61+ compatible plants

Gardening in Miami

Miami falls in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, which means your plants need to survive winters with minimum temperatures in the 30°F to 40°F range. The 61+ plants below are proven performers for your zone — including deer-resistant varieties, pet-friendly options, and pollinator-attracting species.

Top Plant Picks for Miami

Coleus
Coleus
Plectranthus scutellarioides
Vibrant, multicolored foliage brightens summer gardens with shades of red, green, and purple that last through USDA zones 10-11. This low-maintenance, shade-tolerant plant adds striking color without attracting deer.
Zone 2–11🦌 Deer-Resistant
Frost Proof Gardenia
Frost Proof Gardenia
Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof'
Fragrant white blooms dazzle from June to September, brightening gardens with their classic beauty. This low-maintenance, evergreen shrub attracts pollinators and thrives in USDA zones 7-10.
Zone 7–10🐝 Pollinator
Southern Magnolia
Southern Magnolia
Magnolia grandiflora
Glossy evergreen leaves and large, fragrant white blooms in summer make this Southern Magnolia a stunning garden centerpiece. It’s drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in USDA zones 7-9.
Zone 6–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Turk's Cap
Turk's Cap
Malvaviscus arboreus
Vibrant red, hibiscus-like blooms appear from summer to fall, adding bright color to shady spots. This deer-resistant beauty thrives in USDA zones 8-11 and attracts hummingbirds.
Zone 7–11🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Pacific Wax Myrtle
Pacific Wax Myrtle
Morella californica
Fragrant evergreen foliage and small white berries add year-round interest to landscapes from USDA zones 7-10. This drought-tolerant shrub is deer resistant and attracts beneficial wildlife.
Zone 7–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†
Arbequina Olive Tree
Arbequina Olive Tree
Olea europaea 'Arbequina'
Delightful pink and white blooms from June to September add charm to this evergreen tree, thriving in zones 8-10. Low-maintenance and pet-friendly, it attracts pollinators while requiring medium water.
Zone 8–10🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Meyer Lemon Tree
Meyer Lemon Tree
Citrus × meyeri
Fragrant white and pink blooms appear from March to May, brightening gardens with a lovely citrus scent and attracting pollinators. This evergreen tree thrives in USDA zones 9-11, is dog- and cat-friendly, and grows 4-10 ft tall with medium water needs.
Zone 9–11🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Blanket Flower
Blanket Flower
Gaillardia aristata
Vibrant red and yellow blooms light up gardens from early summer to fall, creating a stunning, long-lasting display. This drought-tolerant, deer-resistant beauty thrives in USDA zones 3-10 and attracts pollinators with ease.
Zone 3–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Ajuga
Ajuga
Ajuga reptans
Vibrant blue-purple blooms carpet the ground in spring, creating a stunning, low-growing display. This deer-resistant groundcover thrives in USDA zones 3-10 and attracts pollinators while requiring minimal care.
Zone 3–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Marigold
Marigold
Tagetes patula
Bright orange and yellow blooms light up gardens from summer to fall, adding vibrant color and cheer. This low-maintenance, deer-resistant flower thrives in USDA zones 2-11 and attracts pollinators.
Zone 2–11🦌 Deer-Resistant🐝 Pollinator
Blue Grama Grass
Blue Grama Grass
Bouteloua gracilis
Delicate, sky-blue seed heads crown slender stems, adding graceful movement and color from summer to fall. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance grass thrives in USDA zones 4-9 and resists deer browsing.
Zone 3–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†
Muhly Grass
Muhly Grass
Muhlenbergia capillaris
Delicate pink-purple blooms create a stunning airy cloud in fall, adding vibrant seasonal interest. This drought-tolerant grass thrives in USDA zones 5-9 and requires minimal care.
Zone 5–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†

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† "Pet-friendly" means not listed as toxic by ASPCA for dogs and/or cats. Always supervise pets around plants. ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435.