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
Best Florida Flowers (and Plants) for Your July Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton A July wedding in Central Florida comes with sunshine, lush landscapes, afternoon rain showers, and gardens that are overflowing with tropical color. While many people picture spring as peak flower season, Florida's summer … [Read more...] about Best Florida Flowers (and Plants) for Your July Wedding
Bouquet Blog Series: Best Florida Flowers for Your June Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton June is one of the most popular wedding months in Florida, and it's easy to see why. Lush gardens, tropical blooms, and long summer days create a beautiful backdrop for ceremonies and celebrations. However, Florida's heat and … [Read more...] about Bouquet Blog Series: Best Florida Flowers for Your June Wedding
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
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
Best Florida Flowers for Your May Wedding
By Amanda Rose Newton May is one of the prettiest months for weddings in Central Florida. Spring flowers are still thriving, summer bloomers are beginning to wake up, and gardens are full of color before the intense heat of late summer arrives. It … [Read more...] about Best Florida Flowers for Your May Wedding
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
Copper Fungicide Explained: When to Use It, How It Works, and When to Be Careful
By Amanda Rose Newton After a freeze in Florida, there is always a rush to figure out what to do next. One of the most common recommendations you will hear is to apply copper fungicide. Sometimes that is helpful. Sometimes it is unnecessary. … [Read more...] about Copper Fungicide Explained: When to Use It, How It Works, and When to Be Careful
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
