The network of backcountry roads winding through north Florida offer pleasant views of rolling pastures, fields of cotton, old tobacco barns, and, occasionally, a scenic overlook of our local “hills”. Many of these roads follow the original ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureWith fall weather finally giving us a break from the heat of summer, this is the perfect time for North Florida residents to get outside and try their hands at gardening. Not only is gardening rewarding for the beautiful flowers or ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureRain gardens are an easy way to return water to our aquifer, reduce erosion, and help prevent stormwater runoff. Running down the driveway or patio, rainwater can pick up lawn chemicals and pesticides. A rain garden is basically a low section ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureTallahassee Democrat September 19, 2014 Photo by David Copps: Lopsided Indian Grass in an Oldfield Meadow. By David Copps Located between Tallahassee and Thomasville, Georgia is the heart of ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPESTallahassee Democrat August 1, 2014 By Taylor Vandiver The summertime often reminds us of our uninhibited spirit. As we approach the apex of heat and humidity here in Florida, we would do well to remember ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPESThe Tallahassee Democrat July 18, 2014 Photo by Jeff Norcini: Wildflower Mini-Meadow By Jeff Norcini Photo caption: Residential wildflower mini-meadow established in 2004; recently constructed rain garden in foreground captures some of ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPESThe summertime often reminds us of our uninhibited spirit. With Independence Day not far off, Floridians will be celebrating the freedom of our nation while battling the oppressive climate you can’t seem to escape this time of year. As we ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture