by Amanda Rose Newton With both the solstice and Father’s day around the corner, it's safe to say Summer has officially arrived. For many I’m sure the Florida heat has not let you forget! To honor the dads in our lives, we decided to focus … [Read more...] about Dads in the Garden: The Founding Fathers of Horticulture
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Birthday Flowers: What your plant says about YOU!
by Amanda Rose Newton Our gardens speak to us in many ways. Plants let us know with wilted leaves, spotting, or mottled color that they are thirsty, sick, or require food. Holes and pieces missing from plants provide clues that tell you that you … [Read more...] about Birthday Flowers: What your plant says about YOU!
5 Steps to Protect Your Florida Summer Garden
by Amanda Rose Newton June is a big month for gardeners! The month kicks off with the official ban of fertilizers until October to protect the Lagoon from runoff and ends with often brutal hot days and periods of torrential rain. Like us, … [Read more...] about 5 Steps to Protect Your Florida Summer Garden
Graduation Celebration: Go Ahead and Rest on Your Laurels
by Amanda Rose Newton The end of May marks the end of decades of learning for many. No matter how much we love to learn, most of us are ready for the break once we have our diploma, the tangible evidence of our work. Plants have worked their … [Read more...] about Graduation Celebration: Go Ahead and Rest on Your Laurels
Creating a Fairy Garden Fantasyland
by Amanda Rose Newton Last week's blog provided a solid foundation on the history of intertwining fairy folklore in the culture of gardening, and you are ready to start crafting your dream fairy fantasyland! Just like any personalized piece … [Read more...] about Creating a Fairy Garden Fantasyland
Fairy Folklore: Capturing the Magic in a Tiny Garden
by Amanda Rose Newton Small-scale gardens have relished centuries of fascination and appreciation as they offer a unique way to showcase the wonder of plants without sacrificing space. From the classic terrariums that welcomed guests to … [Read more...] about Fairy Folklore: Capturing the Magic in a Tiny Garden
Mother Nature: Nurturing Gardens Through the Centuries
by Amanda Rose Newton The first week in May is when we pay tribute to all the inspiring women in our lives, especially the ones we call “mom”. Moms play a huge role in nature, with all things gardening and botanical usually taking on a … [Read more...] about Mother Nature: Nurturing Gardens Through the Centuries
April Native Plant Awareness Month: Loving on Lantana
by Amanda Rose Newton Lantana has long been loved by butterfly enthusiasts for its ability to attract a wide assortment of pollinators with its bright colors and easy-to-access nectar. While it may seem obvious that it is native to the state … [Read more...] about April Native Plant Awareness Month: Loving on Lantana
April Native Plant Awareness Month: Rouge Plant
by Amanda Rose Newton Go Rogue with Rouge! What’s so much fun about native plant awareness month is the opportunity to celebrate true beauties that have not readily been available in mainstream nurseries. Rouge plant’s time is certainly … [Read more...] about April Native Plant Awareness Month: Rouge Plant
April Native Plant Awareness Month: Blue Curls
by Amanda Rose Newton Making Blue the New “Green” The color blue is synonymous with feelings of melancholy, loneliness, and cold. Nature seems to disagree, and blue takes on a new, cheery light in the presence of green, yellow, and orange hues … [Read more...] about April Native Plant Awareness Month: Blue Curls
