Want to decorate with holly? Get a few Florida Friendly species and plant them!
When we announced our plans to move to Florida from Ohio a few years ago, folks up North seemed to have one major objection: “Oh, won’t you miss the changing seasons?” Ive always been of the opinion that the seasons in Ohio are a) Almost Winter, b) Winter, c) Still Winter, and d) Road Construction, [...]
The American Beautyberry bush bears clusters of small, shiny, brilliantly purple berries that add a spash of color to any landscape.
Walking through native Florida forests can feel a lot like a trip to Jurassic Park, due to the proliferation of ferns and cycads in Florida’s natural landscape. These plants have been around since the time of the dinosaurs and, like the American Alligator, have survived the dynamic changes of earth and man ever since. One of [...]
Hillsborough County will help your neighborhood take care of a local pond - for FREE!
In my last post, I urged responsible Florida gardeners to avoid cypress mulch, and promised to provide some better alternatives in my following post. Many readers seemed anxious to hear about them, so let’s dive right in. The Good: Eucalyptus Mulch – This mulch is fairly long-lasting and has a smell many find pleasant. It supposedly repels [...]
