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
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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
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
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.
Hibiscus in Florida: History, Types, and How to Use These Tropical Showstoppers
By Amanda Rose Newton Few plants say “Florida garden” like hibiscus. Big, bold blooms, fast growth, and nonstop color make them a staple in Central Florida landscapes. But hibiscus are more diverse than many realize. There are tropical types, … [Read more...] about Hibiscus in Florida: History, Types, and How to Use These Tropical Showstoppers
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
Garden Habitat Heroes: Seed-Bearing Plants for Winter Wildlife
By Amanda Rose Newton Florida may not get the frost and snow flurries that blanket northern gardens, but our cooler months are still a time of quiet transition. As the days shorten and blooms fade, seed-bearing plants take center stage, offering … [Read more...] about Garden Habitat Heroes: Seed-Bearing Plants for Winter Wildlife
Garden Apothecary: Simple Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow at Home
Central Florida-Friendly Plants with Healing Histories By Amanda Rose Newton For centuries, gardens have grown not just food and flowers — but healing. A home garden apothecary allows you to step outside and harvest fresh, natural remedies for … [Read more...] about Garden Apothecary: Simple Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow at Home
Climbing Plants — Best Vines for Trellises and Privacy
By Amanda Rose Newton If you’re looking to add vertical charm, lush privacy, or a touch of wild beauty to your Central Florida garden, vines are the perfect solution. They grow up instead of out, turning fences, trellises, and arbors into living … [Read more...] about Climbing Plants — Best Vines for Trellises and Privacy
