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Holiday Decor from the Garden: Ideas and Inspiration

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December 9, 2024

It is the time of year when you pull out the holiday decorations, untangle twinkle lights, and decide if you want to purchase that giant Santa you saw at the store. But wait! Before you make that purchase, consider using natural items and plants ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping,
Tags: Anne Yasalonis, Ayasalonis, Central Florida, Christmas, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Florida-Friendly Plants, Flowers, Gardening, Holiday, Jschelb, Master Gardener, Master Gardener Volunteer, Natural, Plants, Polkgardening, Your Central Florida Yard Podcast
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Saving up for the holidays


December 8, 2020

Throughout the year, I collect pinecones, acorns, grasses, and seedpods in my yard and on hikes (where permitted). However, in the fall I really step up my activity. Mother nature is drying some of them for me this time of year and I love ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Anne Yasalonis, Central Florida, Christmas, Decor From The Garden, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Florida-Friendly Plants, Flowers, Gardening, Holiday, Master Gardener, Master Gardener Volunteer, Polkgardening, Polkmg