Citrus Chapter - Florida Native Plant Society

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Citrus Chapter - Florida Native Plant Society A non-profit chapter of The Florida Native Plant Society, serving Citrus and Southern Levy Counties. Join us for a meeting, plant walk or other event.

Our Mission is the preservation, conservation, & restoration of native plants & plant communities. The Citrus Chapter joins together people with a shared enthusiasm for Florida's native plants ans educates on how to use native plants in the landscape. By using native plants we reduce the use for landscape chemicals, conserve water, and provide suitable habitat for wildlife. Anyone with an interest in native plants is invited to join us. Since our chapter was established in May 2001 under the direction of Jim Bierly, we have had plant rescues, native plant and nature walks, native tree give aways, donated and planted trees throughout the county, toured native plant nurseries and more.

10/19/2026

Saturday, Oct. 24, 9am - Join Park Biologist Andy Kilmer for a field trip at the Hollins Tract of the Crystal River Preserve State Park. Andy will discuss the state park's continuing flatwoods restoration projects and the reintroduction of fire after mulching. We should be able to see the ecotones of several systems in this area and the diversity that comes with it. Total distance will be about 2 miles, and we should return by noon. Please bring your own water and snacks. A restroom is available at the beginning of the walk at our shop compound. We will park at the Eco-Walk Trailhead and then carpool from there to the shop in the Hollins Tract. RSVP with Ben at [email protected], or call or text 727-217-5971.

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10/16/2026

Friday, Nov. 20, 9:30 to 12:00 – Hog Island interpretive field trip. Join us for a Hog Island field trip with Colleen Werner, Withlacoochee State Forest Biologist, through hammock and floodplain swamp. We will be hiking along a shady hiking trail that goes through mostly mesic hammock and a little riverine swamp. Wearclosed-toe shoes and long pants. You may wish to bring insect repellent too, just in case. The plan is to walk for about 2.5 hours and cover no more than 1.25 to 1.5 miles of trail. The goal is to be done before Noon. Meet at the Hog Island Day Use Area boat ramp. 9274 CR635, Bushnell, FL 33513 (about 15 miles from Brooksville).Setting: Situated on the east bank of the scenic Withlacoochee River among ancient bald cypress trees and dense woodlands. Attached is a map providing driving directions from Nobleton. From Nobleton, take C476 East about 1.5 miles to C635, then C635 South to the boat ramp area. RSVP to Ben by email ([email protected]), or text or call 727-217-5971.

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We're pleased to have our Citrus County Government recognize October as Florida Native Plant Month. Those of us concerne...
10/15/2026

We're pleased to have our Citrus County Government recognize October as Florida Native Plant Month. Those of us concerned with conservation of habitats and wildlife know advocacy is one of the best tools an individual can use and collectively we move the needle. Both with FNPS at the state level and local collaboration, we aim to give a voice to environmental concerns. If like our Chapter Representative Ellen pictured here, you'd like to participate please let us know, and you can sign up for the State Action Alerts here: https://www.fnps.org/ecoaction-alerts .tab=0




Entry level position hiring for the PANTHER Team with District 4 of the Florida Park Service (Bradenton area).The applic...
09/30/2026

Entry level position hiring for the PANTHER Team with District 4 of the Florida Park Service (Bradenton area).

The applicant will travel between District 4 parks to assist with integrated vegetation management, including chemical and mechanical invasive plant removal, protection of imperiled species, habitat surveys, & revegetation.

Anyone interested in applying for the position can find the posting at

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09/19/2026

Join us on Wednesday, October 21 at 2pm for our webinar “Fragrant Native Plants for Your Yard” presented by Advanced Florida Master Naturalist Barb J. Wyskowski.

Details and registration: https://www.flawildflowers.org/event/261021-webinar-fragrant-native-plants/

Fragrant native plants bring biodiversity to your garden while also providing delightful scents. Take your landscape to the next level with a sensory-rich garden that can reduce stress and create a tranquil atmosphere with natural aromatherapy — all while attracting beneficial insects, birds and moths, and supporting local ecosystems.

Here is my Carolina Sand Holly with bright red berries. Just beautiful. This appeared on its own. A perfect volunteer.
09/18/2026

Here is my Carolina Sand Holly with bright red berries. Just beautiful. This appeared on its own. A perfect volunteer.

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4958 W Crystal Oaks Drive
Lecanto, FL
34461

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(352) 631-8444

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