Although not native to Florida, the Loquat or Japanese plum is adapted to North Florida conditions. Unlike its relatives, apple, peach, and pear, the loquat is an evergreen tree providing a tropical look with attractive dark green leaves. Flowers ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables
Plants with variegated foliage are very popular landscape selections. As flowers fade on other plants, the colors of variegated foliage continue to add interest through multiple seasons. A very adaptable shrub that has been around for a long ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
We are always on the lookout for an attractive plant for our landscape. At the nursery, some plants have a more difficult time gaining our attention. They may not be as showy with either colorful flowers and bold foliage. In these cases, we ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
Many gardens in Escambia County are showing the signs of cold damage but there are plants that are adapted to seasonal changes in weather. The 'Marvel' Mahonia is an attractive evergreen that is actually blooming now. If temps were warmer bees ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping