by Amanda Rose Newton The last week of July marks the start of email inboxes flooded with back-to-school sales and summer will be over before we know it. For many Floridians, it’s past due! Sweltering record-breaking temperatures across the … [Read more...] about Fall Captured in a Fruit: Growing Apples in Florida
Dwarf Citrus: Adding a Little Sunshine to the Garden
by Amanda Rose Newton It doesn’t get any more "Florida" than a citrus tree and you do not need to have a backyard to have your own! While citrus is a wintertime tradition throughout the United States, the beautiful foliage and association … [Read more...] about Dwarf Citrus: Adding a Little Sunshine to the Garden
The (Tropical) Cherry on Top of Your Summer
by Amanda Rose Newton Florida is a paradise for growing all kinds of delicious fruit, but there are a few that require more chill hours than the state can routinely give. Sadly, that means apples, pears, and stone fruits-- including ice … [Read more...] about The (Tropical) Cherry on Top of Your Summer
Red, White, + Blueberry! Celebration of an All-American Fruit
by Amanda Rose Newton With the Fourth of July kicking off the week, the colors of the flag are still fresh on our minds and present in our décor. Blueberries, which are a must for any summertime picnic spread, are another native to the … [Read more...] about Red, White, + Blueberry! Celebration of an All-American Fruit
Savoring Summer: Blackberries
by Amanda Rose Newton No matter where you reside in the world, summertime is fruit time! July in Florida is generally the time tropical fruit lovers have their moment, especially with mango! Peak season is just around the bend, and there are … [Read more...] about Savoring Summer: Blackberries
Celebrate National Pollinator Week Florida Style: Top 5 Pollinators in Your Backyard
by Amanda Rose Newton The last week of June carries the special designation of National Pollinator Week, with celebrations geared towards our favorite winged friends happening countrywide. The United States is such a diverse county with a … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Pollinator Week Florida Style: Top 5 Pollinators in Your Backyard
More Than Just Bees: The Beetles, Bats, Birds, and More
by Amanda Rose Newton As a beekeeper and entomologist, I cannot help being completely enamored with bees. Their admiration is well-deserved, given that 80% of flowering plants rely on these little insects to keep producing the fruits and … [Read more...] about More Than Just Bees: The Beetles, Bats, Birds, and More
Plants in Disguise: How Plants Manipulate Insects Using Clever Tricks
by Amanda Rose Newton The relationship between insects and plants predates our existence, giving plants plenty of time to evolve clever disguises to ensure they bring the insects to the yard. Not only is this remarkable, but it also provides … [Read more...] about Plants in Disguise: How Plants Manipulate Insects Using Clever Tricks
The Fascinating Sex Lives of Plants: From Flirty Plants to Surrogate Parents
by Amanda Rose Newton June is National Pollinator Month, and we will be celebrating all month long with a blog series looking at the magical world of pollination. Plants are anything but boring when it comes to their dating life, and we will … [Read more...] about The Fascinating Sex Lives of Plants: From Flirty Plants to Surrogate Parents
Life Underfoot: An Introduction to the Soil Ecosystem
by Amanda Rose Newton The life of a plant begins and ends in soil. Plants play an important role in our lives, from the food we eat and the clothes we wear to the joy they bring, but the soil is often the overlooked element. Soil creates the … [Read more...] about Life Underfoot: An Introduction to the Soil Ecosystem
