Marina D Abreau, Ed.D. of Hillsborough County Extension shares with us information on Invasive Plant Control. Many plant species that are invasive occur on private property. Because these plants can serve as a source of infestation to natural areas, property owners are encouraged to remove them. Use this guide to lessen the confusion about the [...]
Daylilies: Add a Fashion Show to Your Garden
May 16, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Versatile plants are more than a ‘nice to have’ in Florida, they are essential. With the normal hot and humid summers, a long running drought, and a suddenly cold (for Florida) winter, having plants that can take it and still fulfill their purpose is a dream for many of us. Additionally, imagine having a plant [...]
Florida Friendly Sturdy Shrubs
April 15, 2010 By 1 Comment
Looking around neighborhood yards and gardens this spring, it’s easy to see that most people were unprepared for this long and cold Florida winter. And it’s no wonder, as we’ve not seen cold like this in many years. There are quite a few shrubs out there that had little or no trouble with the cold [...]