by Liz Lark-Riley For the last seven years, it's been my joy and privilege to work at Rockledge Gardens...but up until a few weeks ago, I hadn't planted a single seed since I was a little girl. Like many of you, I've taken up new hobbies to … [Read more...] about My Little Flower Farm
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Bromeliads in the Landscape
by Amanda Rose Newton Bromeliads are easy-to-grow, low maintenance plants that give off instant tropical flair and can be grown indoors and out, in trees or in the ground. Worldwide, there are over 2,500 species with diversity ranging … [Read more...] about Bromeliads in the Landscape
Get Ready for the Madness!
by Amanda Rose Newton Mango madness, that is! If you've caught the madness like we have and are aiming to add a mango or two to your landscape this season, read on to ensure you get the best fruit for you. This year’s celebration of all things … [Read more...] about Get Ready for the Madness!
Buzz Off: How to Live Mosquito-Free This Summer
by Amanda Rose Newton Florida in the summertime means outdoor festivals, picnics, barbeques, and gardening! It also has become synonymous with mosquitos, which can turn a day in the yard into a less desirable experience. The easiest way to … [Read more...] about Buzz Off: How to Live Mosquito-Free This Summer
Ants in Your Plants!
by Amanda Rose Newton One of the most common questions we hear is why ants start appearing on plants in the garden and how to get rid of them. To help address both those points, let’s discuss a little bit about the biology and good deeds performed … [Read more...] about Ants in Your Plants!
Gardenias in Bloom
by Amanda Rose Newton Gardenias are known for their intoxicating scent that lingers in the air during our warmer Florida months. This unique scent has been known to trigger distinctive moments of our lives and for some, act as a time capsule for … [Read more...] about Gardenias in Bloom
Gardening by the Numbers: How to Calculate How Much Soil Your Raised Bed Needs
by Amanda Rose Newton Starting your garden with quality soil is the most important factor in producing great vegetables. Part of the advantages of a raised bed is that you are not stuck with the less-than-stellar soil in your yard as you can … [Read more...] about Gardening by the Numbers: How to Calculate How Much Soil Your Raised Bed Needs
Attracting Ladybugs to Your Florida Backyard
by Amanda Rose Newton Without a doubt, ladybugs (a beetle, NOT a bug) are the most recognizable “good bug” around. It is no wonder that the cups of live ladybugs we sell happen to be one of our most requested items! If you are a regular in our … [Read more...] about Attracting Ladybugs to Your Florida Backyard
Florida Plants for Every Space
by Amanda Rose Newton Spring is officially in full bloom and with so many of us having extra quality time in our yards, it’s hard to ignore those areas where nothing seems to grow. Take comfort in knowing you are not alone in this predicament, as … [Read more...] about Florida Plants for Every Space
Shade Plants for Florida
Most of these plants like 4-5 hours of indirect light, however, they can take more shade, but may become “leggy” and will require more pruning. Plants that grow in the shade may also require less water, depending on the conditions. Plants … [Read more...] about Shade Plants for Florida
