Tag: Xeriscaping

Water Wednesday Recap: Is Xeriscaping for Florida?

by Yilin
May 23, 2024

Are you curious about xeriscaping and how we can establish it in the Sunshine State? This Water Wednesday, Jamielyn Daugherty, the Florida-Friendly Landscaping and Urban Forestry Agent in Sumter County gave us an overview of xeriscaping and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Ecosystem, Florida Friendly, Landscaping, Water Conservation, Water Wednesday, Xeriscaping

Succulents Thrive in Summer Heat

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May 26, 2015

Summer is here, along with its heat, humidity, drought and stress! One easy way to garden during summer is to use succulents and other drought adapted plants. Succulents are heat-adapted, water-efficient plants often associated with deserts ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Bulbs, Cactus, Drought Tolerant, Garden Design, General Gardening, Native Plants, Panhandle Gardening, Perennials, Succulents, Xeriscaping

Gaillardia pulchella for Summer Color

by abol
July 22, 2013

Gaillardia is a favorite one of many wildflowers throughout the United States. It is a member of the Aster family, and is most commonly known as Indian Blanket or Blanket Flower. Individual plants can reach up to 2 feet high. They are heat ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: Butterfly Gardening, Panhandle Gardening, Summer 2013, Wildflower, Xeriscaping

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