by Amanda Rose Newton We spoke earlier in the year on the importance of scientific names and how simply knowing this can tell you much more than a common name. The language of plants, or botanical Latin, is not just for scientists. By … [Read more...] about How to Speak Plant: Botanical Latin Basics
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Preparing for the Freeze: Why Frozen Should Only Be Reserved for Your Cocktails.
by Amanda Rose Newton Florida is fortunate to feature subtropical temperatures year-round, which means residents can bask in color and greenery no matter the season. However, freezes still occur and have a history of causing issues for our … [Read more...] about Preparing for the Freeze: Why Frozen Should Only Be Reserved for Your Cocktails.
Florida Frontiers and Pioneers: Botanists that Shaped our Plant Heritage
by Amanda Rose Newton The Floridian landscape is truly unique compared to the majority of the temperate United States. It's what makes it so appealing as a vacation destination as well as home to so many diverse creatures, ranging from our famous … [Read more...] about Florida Frontiers and Pioneers: Botanists that Shaped our Plant Heritage
Florida Grown: Tips + Tricks for Navigating Florida Gardening
By Amanda Rose Newton For decades, Florida’s climate has invited transplants, snowbirds, and those just wanting to soak up a few rays. While the climate here is beautiful, it features its fair share of extremes. From heat waves to hurricanes to … [Read more...] about Florida Grown: Tips + Tricks for Navigating Florida Gardening
Boozy Botanical Book Club: Why Joining a Book Club Should Be On Your (Social) Resolution List
by Amanda Rose Newton Even though reading is often thought of as a solitary venture, books are largely social. Think of all the controversy that books have caused, or all the works of fiction assigned in English class discussions. All of us … [Read more...] about Boozy Botanical Book Club: Why Joining a Book Club Should Be On Your (Social) Resolution List
What’s In a Name? Plant Taxonomy Basics
by Amanda Rose Newton Whether you are a plant parent newbie or a longtime plant aficionado, certain plant names may have seemed a bit of a mystery at times. The classification model for naming plants, or botanical nomenclature, has frustrated … [Read more...] about What’s In a Name? Plant Taxonomy Basics
Eternal Evergreens: The History of the Christmas Tree
by Amanda Rose Newton Christmas just isn’t "Christmas" without a Christmas tree! For many, the season kicks off by the event of purchasing and decorating a tree or visiting a well-placed decorated tree for photo ops. Though we all have our … [Read more...] about Eternal Evergreens: The History of the Christmas Tree
The Real Green Giants: Florida’s Forgotten Conifers
by Amanda Rose Newton The holiday season would not be the holiday season without the symbolic Christmas tree, but these evergreen trees receive little attention the rest of the year. Come December, conifers are IN. In fact, according to … [Read more...] about The Real Green Giants: Florida’s Forgotten Conifers
Concentrated Magic: The History and Care of Bonsai
by Amanda Rose Newton Ancient, attractive, and mysterious, both the tiny trees and the practice itself takes on a mystical quality that makes the art of bonsai seem out of reach for just anyone. Once you get past the fear of downsizing a … [Read more...] about Concentrated Magic: The History and Care of Bonsai
The Outdoor Afterparty: Lighting Up the Landscape
by Amanda Rose Newton Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, the countdown to the winter holidays has begun. The temperatures are starting to taper off in the evenings and the sun is following suit. Less light in the evening doesn’t mean … [Read more...] about The Outdoor Afterparty: Lighting Up the Landscape
