While I have written about the often-underutilized plant called crossandra a couple of times already, I just saw some at a local garden center which inspired me to highlight this unique plant once again. Crossandra is an ideal companion ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Some plants do not do well in our full-sun landscapes. They are adapted to part-shade to full shade and will otherwise burn up outside of that ideal environment. So, if you have shade, take advantage of this habitat with colorful foliage ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
By Ralph E. Mitchell Heliconias do great in Southwest Florida! This native to tropical America easily adapts to a variety of home landscapes and sports colorful bracts of red, yellow, orange, and pink which adorn deep green leafy plants ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes