Everything You Need to Know About Blooming Seasons, Colors, Care, Pruning, and Choosing the Right Variety By Amanda Rose Newton If you've spent any time gardening in Florida, you've probably admired a crape myrtle in full bloom. From brilliant … [Read more...] about Crazy for Crape Myrtles!
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Yellow Leaves Don’t Always Mean Your Plant Is Dying
By Amanda Rose Newton Yellow leaves are one of the most common plant problems homeowners notice, but they are also one of the most misunderstood. Many people immediately reach for fertilizer or water, yet those solutions can sometimes make the … [Read more...] about Yellow Leaves Don’t Always Mean Your Plant Is Dying
Diatomaceous Earth: An Ancient Pest Control with Modern Garden Benefits
By Amanda Rose Newton If you've spent any time researching natural pest control, you've probably come across diatomaceous earth (DE). This fine white powder has become a favorite among gardeners, homeowners, and even livestock owners looking for … [Read more...] about Diatomaceous Earth: An Ancient Pest Control with Modern Garden Benefits
Heirloom Seeds and Plants: Preserving Garden History in Central Florida
By Amanda Rose Newton If you've browsed seed catalogs or visited a local garden center, you've likely seen the term "heirloom" attached to vegetables, flowers, and even fruit trees. Heirloom varieties have become increasingly popular among … [Read more...] about Heirloom Seeds and Plants: Preserving Garden History in Central Florida
The Invasive Agama Lizard: What Florida Gardeners Should Know
By Amanda Rose Newton If you have noticed a bright orange-headed lizard darting across sidewalks, climbing walls, or basking on rocks in Central Florida, you may have spotted an agama lizard. These colorful reptiles are becoming increasingly … [Read more...] about The Invasive Agama Lizard: What Florida Gardeners Should Know
Foliage for the Fairies: The Lore Behind Fairy Gardens
By Amanda Rose Newton There is something undeniably magical about discovering a tiny door tucked beneath a fern, a miniature bench hidden under creeping moss, or a winding pebble path disappearing into the roots of a tree. Fairy gardens have … [Read more...] about Foliage for the Fairies: The Lore Behind Fairy Gardens
Roses in Central Florida: Choosing the Right Types, Pruning Tips, and Why They Are Easier Than You Think
By Amanda Rose Newton Roses sometimes get a bad reputation in Florida gardening. People imagine constant spraying, fussy pruning schedules, and plants that collapse the second summer humidity strolls in. While some roses absolutely struggle here, … [Read more...] about Roses in Central Florida: Choosing the Right Types, Pruning Tips, and Why They Are Easier Than You Think
Water Gardening 101: Creating a Lush, Low-Stress Water Garden in Central Florida.
By Amanda Rose Newton Water gardens look complicated, but they are surprisingly approachable, even in Florida’s intense summer heat. Whether you have space for a small patio container or a full backyard pond, a water garden can be one of the most … [Read more...] about Water Gardening 101: Creating a Lush, Low-Stress Water Garden in Central Florida.
Bouquet Blog Series: Best Florida Flowers for Your April Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton April is one of the most beautiful months for weddings in Florida. The weather is warm but not yet oppressive, spring blooms are at their peak, and both native and cultivated plants offer a wide range of colors and … [Read more...] about Bouquet Blog Series: Best Florida Flowers for Your April Wedding
It’s Time to Fertilize
Learning to Love Your Natives (and Weeds!) By Amanda Rose Newton After a freeze, many landscapes look… simplified. Tender ornamentals melt away, tropicals collapse, and suddenly what remains are the tough survivors. Often those survivors are … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Fertilize
