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)
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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
Coco Coir Composition: What It’s Made Of and Why You Should Be Using It
By Amanda Rose Newton If you’ve ever repotted an orchid, mixed your own seed-starting blend, or browsed the garden center’s soil aisle lately, you’ve likely seen coco coir making an appearance. Once a byproduct of the coconut industry, this … [Read more...] about Coco Coir Composition: What It’s Made Of and Why You Should Be Using It
Let Us Talk About Lettuce
Florida’s Peak Lettuce Season is Here! By Amanda Rose Newton As we settle into November, it’s officially lettuce season here in Brevard County. The cooler days and crisp evenings make it the perfect time to grow those leafy greens … [Read more...] about Let Us Talk About Lettuce
Garden Apothecary: Simple Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow at Home
Central Florida-Friendly Plants with Healing Histories By Amanda Rose Newton For centuries, gardens have grown not just food and flowers — but healing. A home garden apothecary allows you to step outside and harvest fresh, natural remedies for … [Read more...] about Garden Apothecary: Simple Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow at Home
Climbing Plants — Best Vines for Trellises and Privacy
By Amanda Rose Newton If you’re looking to add vertical charm, lush privacy, or a touch of wild beauty to your Central Florida garden, vines are the perfect solution. They grow up instead of out, turning fences, trellises, and arbors into living … [Read more...] about Climbing Plants — Best Vines for Trellises and Privacy
Garden Habitat Heroes: Attracting Bats
Evening Blooms and Insect Habitats for a Thriving Night Garden By Amanda Rose Newton When the sun slips below the horizon, the work of nature continues in the soft hum of wings. In Central Florida, twilight brings a change of shift — moths, … [Read more...] about Garden Habitat Heroes: Attracting Bats
