A certain percentage of our landscape plants are not only inedible, but they can also be downright toxic! There are many that come to mind – the oleander is probably one that everybody knows about. Do you know about oleanders’ toxic ... READ MORE
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With a continued interest in edible ornamentals, edible landscapes are a common theme in Florida horticulture. The intentional effort of adding plants to the landscape that are both attractive and edible is a common practice with many ... READ MORE
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When a plant receives credibility due to its adaptability to growing in Florida landscapes, you should take notice. The firespike - a Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ approved plant – is one such selection noted for its ornamental beauty ... READ MORE
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Some types of Ficus trees have a bad reputation related to growing too big, categorized as prohibited, or just outright invasive. One variety of Ficus, specifically Ficus microcarpa var fuyuensis 'Green Island' is an amazing plant that ... READ MORE
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I was visiting our Master Gardener Volunteers working at our Demonstration Garden located at 25550 Harborview Road the other day and was so impressed with the horticultural efforts they have accomplished. While everything looked great, ... READ MORE
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Looking for an easy way to conserve water, reduce stormwater runoff, and keep your landscape healthy? A rain barrel is one of the simplest and most effective tools available for homeowners. Rain barrels collect rainwater from your roof through ... READ MORE
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Florida-Friendly Landscaping™: Simple Practices, Big Impact! FFL protects the state’s natural resources while allowing individual expression and encouraging beautiful landscapes! Developed by the University of Florida's Institute of ... READ MORE
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Changing up your plant palette selection is a good way to explore new plants and spruce up your landscape. One candidate that might appeal to you is called the baby sun rose. How can you resist a plant with a name like that? Low-growing, ... READ MORE
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Amongst the many good summer flowering bedding plants that take the heat and bloom all summer is the Portulaca genus that includes both the familiar purslane and another species commonly known as moss rose. I was familiar with moss rose ... READ MORE
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I do not know if you have noticed, but the flowering trees known as royal poinciana or flamboyant are in full bloom across the landscape. If you were able to fly a drone with a camera over residential Charlotte County the royal poinciana ... READ MORE
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