by Amanda Rose Newton Honeybees have been riding a wave of popularity in the last decade, largely due to their mysterious disappearance linked to colony collapse disorder. After years of research, it has been determined that there are many … [Read more...] about Did you hear the BUZZ? It’s National Honeybee Day!
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Add a Splash of Familiar Color with a Florida Maple
by Amanda Rose Newton With August officially here and stores stocked with back-to-school supplies, fall is just around the corner. While one of the best features of living the Florida lifestyle is the abundance of exotic, tropical plants, … [Read more...] about Add a Splash of Familiar Color with a Florida Maple
Weeping Willows: Finding Your Inner Peace
by Amanda Rose Newton There are few trees as graceful and effortlessly elegant as the weeping willow (Salix babylonica). The long green branches sway gently in the breeze, adding an instant Zen-like quality to the landscape. In these uncertain … [Read more...] about Weeping Willows: Finding Your Inner Peace
My Little Flower Farm
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
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
