Pre-Holiday Stress: A Remedy to Consider
December can be a time of busyness and stress. How easy it is to get totally “wrapped up” (so to speak) in holiday projects and plans! One of the best antidotes to pre-holiday stress is to spend a… Read More
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Muhly grass is a showstopper this time of year
Have you seen this blooming ornamental grass in landscapes around central Florida? This fall showstopper is Muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris), an easy-to-grow native grass. Muhly grass is clumping and is showy in the fall. It looks attractive in… Read More
Should I be worried about the puss caterpillar?
This little guy has been all over the news recently and can be found in our yards in Polk County. The puss caterpillar, the larvae of the Megalopyge opercularis (or southern flannel moth) is one of the most… Read More
Getting the Lawn Ready for Winter
As we move into the winter months, it is important that you continue to follow the best management practices for your lawn. Here are some quick tips, with links to learn more: Watering It’s about time for cool… Read More
The Potting Bench: A Gardener’s Office
Gardeners who enjoy sowing seeds, transplanting seedlings and generally just playing in the dirt (so to speak) need our own space, a place where the serious work of propagation can be accomplished. We need a destination for when… Read More
Create your own native plant garden—in containers!
Did you know you can create a small habitat of Florida’s native plants – even if you live in a patio home, apartment or condo? By planting native plants in containers, you too can enjoy the presence of… Read More
Disinfecting your garden tools
How often do you disinfect your garden tools? Can’t remember? Then now is the time! It is important to disinfect your garden tools to prevent the spread of pathogens in your landscape. Cleaning is a different task, though… Read More
A few tips on including flowers with wildlife value in your yard
Creating a maintaining a landscape that attracts desirable wildlife, such as bees, butterflies, and birds, is easy to do. Follow these simple tips to get started! 1. Start small – and have a bit of a plan. Gardens evolve… Read More
Must Have Flowers – One gardener’s updated approach to gardening
“I must have flowers, always, and always.” ― Claude Monet Like most gardeners, I can relate to this quote. I love flowers, and as a lifetime gardener, one goal has always been, if possible, to have “something” blooming… Read More
Preparing Your Landscape for Hurricane Season
Hurricane season starts June 1st. You are probably aware of preparations you need to make inside the home, but what do you need to do in your landscape? Survey your property now and look for things that may… Read More