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?
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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
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
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
Florida Native Pine Trees: A Central Florida Guide to Choosing, Growing, and Creating a “Living Christmas Tree” Landscape
By Amanda Rose Newton Florida is home to several native pine species that not only thrive in our unique environment but also offer an attractive alternative to traditional Christmas-tree pines imported from colder climates. For Central … [Read more...] about Florida Native Pine Trees: A Central Florida Guide to Choosing, Growing, and Creating a “Living Christmas Tree” Landscape
Guide to Bulbs for Central Florida: Paperwhites, Amaryllis & Caladiums
How to Plant, Enjoy, and Keep Them Year After Year By Amanda Rose Newton When the holiday season rolls in, bulbs suddenly show up everywhere, wrapped in cute gift boxes at florist shops, displayed in garden centers, and featured in winter … [Read more...] about Guide to Bulbs for Central Florida: Paperwhites, Amaryllis & Caladiums
Bugs to Be Thankful For This Winter
The Unsung Spiders & Insects Helping Your Central Florida Garden Thrive By Amanda Rose Newton Winter in Central Florida isn’t exactly barren; our “mild season” still hums with quiet life. While many pests take a break, a whole cast of … [Read more...] about Bugs to Be Thankful For This Winter
Garden Habitat Heroes: Seed-Bearing Plants for Winter Wildlife
By Amanda Rose Newton Florida may not get the frost and snow flurries that blanket northern gardens, but our cooler months are still a time of quiet transition. As the days shorten and blooms fade, seed-bearing plants take center stage, offering … [Read more...] about Garden Habitat Heroes: Seed-Bearing Plants for Winter Wildlife
