All About Grasshopper Control in Central Florida Gardens By Amanda Rose Newton If you garden in Central Florida long enough, you will meet one very bold, very slow-moving, and very hungry visitor: the Eastern Lubber Grasshopper. They’re … [Read more...] about Grasshoppers: Friend or Foe?
Real Plant or AI Plant? How to Tell When a Flower Photo Isn’t Real
By Amanda Rose Newton If you spend time online looking at gardening content, you’ve probably seen plants that look almost too extraordinary to be real. Rainbow roses, glowing flowers, perfectly symmetrical variegation, or colors so intense they … [Read more...] about Real Plant or AI Plant? How to Tell When a Flower Photo Isn’t Real
Bouquet Blog Series – Best Flowers for Your February Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton February weddings in Florida have a quiet beauty. The weather is often mild, the light is soft, and gardens are beginning to wake up from the cooler months. While much of the country is still frozen, couples here have access … [Read more...] about Bouquet Blog Series – Best Flowers for Your February Wedding
Soil Prep for Spring Planting
Turning Dead Garden Spots (and Tired Pots) into Fresh Starts By Amanda Rose Newton Spring planting doesn’t really begin with plants. Soil is really where the action is. Whether you’re reviving bare patches in the garden or refreshing containers … [Read more...] about Soil Prep for Spring Planting
Safe Gardening for Your Pets: Florida-Friendly Plants That Won’t Harm Your Curious Companions
By Amanda Rose Newton If you share your home or garden with a dog or cat, you already know that pets don’t read plant labels. They nibble, dig, roll, chew, and occasionally attempt to “help” you garden. While no plant is 100% pet-proof, the good … [Read more...] about Safe Gardening for Your Pets: Florida-Friendly Plants That Won’t Harm Your Curious Companions
Bouquet Blog Series – Best Flowers for Your January Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton January weddings in Florida come with a special kind of magic. Cooler temperatures, lower humidity, and clearer skies create ideal conditions for both outdoor ceremonies and lush floral designs. While much of the country is … [Read more...] about Bouquet Blog Series – Best Flowers for Your January Wedding
Ideal Indoor Jungle Tips
What’s Holding Your Houseplants Back This Winter? By Amanda Rose Newton Even in Florida, where “winter” is more suggestion than season, many houseplants slow down once days get shorter and the air becomes cooler and drier. If your indoor jungle … [Read more...] about Ideal Indoor Jungle Tips
Cold Weather Tips for a Florida Winter
What to Cover, What to Bring Inside, and How to Protect Plants in Central Florida By Amanda Rose Newton Winter in Central Florida looks very different from winter in most of the country. However, that doesn’t mean cold snaps can’t cause serious … [Read more...] about Cold Weather Tips for a Florida Winter
Recycling Your Seasonal Plants
What to Do with Mums, Poinsettias, Christmas Cactus, Winter Annuals & Christmas Trees in Central Florida By Amanda Rose Newton Seasonal plants bring color, tradition, and holiday cheer into our homes, but once the season ends, many … [Read more...] about Recycling Your Seasonal Plants
Garden Habitat Heroes: Wildlife-Friendly Holiday Decor (Pinecones, Berries, and More)
By Amanda Rose Newton The holiday season is a time for joy, community, and making your space feel warm and festive, and it’s also a fantastic opportunity to support the wildlife that shares our yards year-round. In Florida’s mild winter climate, … [Read more...] about Garden Habitat Heroes: Wildlife-Friendly Holiday Decor (Pinecones, Berries, and More)
