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
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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
Lend a Helping Hand and Protect Your Garden with Bonide
by Amanda Rose Newton With so many of you out in your garden the past month, protecting what you have spent time and energy on is more important than ever. Florida provides its fair share of pest pressure, being the perfect mix of climate and … [Read more...] about Lend a Helping Hand and Protect Your Garden with Bonide
You Can Do It! Container Victory Gardening
by Amanda Rose Newton When America is faced with challenging times, we garden. In the 1940s during the War, growing food brought control, security, and a sense of purpose to people across the country. Most books on victory gardening focus on … [Read more...] about You Can Do It! Container Victory Gardening
Life is Peachy, Even in Florida!
by Amanda Rose Newton With the continued uncertainty brewing in the citrus industry in Florida, the shift to consider other fruit varieties has begun. If you have been longing for the stone fruits you might have enjoyed further North or West, you … [Read more...] about Life is Peachy, Even in Florida!
Invite Butterflies for Brunch: Create Your Own Butterfly Container Garden
by Amanda Rose Newton Whether your backyard is several acres or a concrete slab, you can create a beautiful garden to entice important butterfly pollinators to stop by for a quick visit. When creating a butterfly garden, the same rules apply … [Read more...] about Invite Butterflies for Brunch: Create Your Own Butterfly Container Garden
Ground covers and lawn alternatives: zone 9b gardening
by Amanda Rose Newton Groundcovers simply refer to plants that are low growing and have a spreading habit. Most of us grew up with traditional turf grass lawns and may have never considered the abundance of other options that exist. Many of … [Read more...] about Ground covers and lawn alternatives: zone 9b gardening
Florida plants for wet soil
by Amanda Rose Newton Florida boasts a unique geology that provides many coastal areas with sandy, well-draining soil, but also creates low-lying patches where water naturally accumulates. Brevard County is no exception, and with the rainy season … [Read more...] about Florida plants for wet soil
Growing a True Florida Garden: Plant Native!
by Amanda Rose Newton Florida is unique in having typical temperate as well as exotic subtropical species all in one place. Embrace what makes living here so special and dedicate a portion (or all) of your yard to native plants. There are many … [Read more...] about Growing a True Florida Garden: Plant Native!
