About Us

Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society is the Hillsborough County chapter of FNPS. Founded in 1983, Suncoast is one of the Society’s oldest chapters and continues to support the statewide mission of promoting the preservation, conservation, and restoration of Florida’s native plants and native plant communities.

Through education, outreach, field trips, and community connection, our chapter helps residents learn how native plants support wildlife, protect local ecosystems, and create more resilient Florida landscapes.

Board of Directors and Officers  (Click a name to send an email)

• Michelle Anaya — VIce Presidet, Council of Chapters Representative, Marketing Coordinator
• Tina “Mable” Patterson — Secretary and Field Trip Support | 305-298-6381
• Theresa Blanchard — Treasurer
• Mike Fite — Director-at-Large
• Linda Steele-Green — Director-at-Large
• Merrilee Wallbrunn — Site Visit Coordinator, Field Trips