Almost everyone is familiar with coleus – it was one of the first plants that I grew as a child. The coleus has colorful foliage in shades of green, red, pink, yellow, red and maroon. The leaf shape is also very variable as is the ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
Making mom breakfast or taking her out for lunch for Mother’s Day (May 14) are both nice gestures. But if you want something that lasts long and looks good, try giving her a plant, say University of Florida experts. “A beautiful live ... READ MORE
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Roses are red, violets are blue, but plants may be just right for you to give your Valentine this year. They can be as pretty as roses, and University of Florida scientists breed oodles of ornamentals. For example, David Clark, a UF/IFAS ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFASAs Mother’s Day quickly approaches, you can make mom feel special in any number of ways: Some of your options include fixing her breakfast, taking her out for dinner and/or buying her flowers or a plant. Mother’s Day is May 8, and flora ... READ MORE
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By Brooke Moffis, Residential Horticulture Agent It is the beginning of fall and spring has sprung in Central Florida, at least for the gardener. It’s hard to grow and get excited about the garden during the dog days of summer. Since ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
[Tweet "It's prime gardening season--what can you be planting? http://bit.ly/226wMNe"]Spring is upon us—now is the time to get out into the garden and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air. No matter where you are in Florida, find out what you ... READ MORE
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