Apr
22
2020
Wild coffee: Native plant on the wild side
Wild coffee (Psychotria nervosa) is a native ornamental shrub that goes very well in most native landscapes. This plant is found in the higher areas...
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15
2020
Prickly pear cactus: Tortoise candy
The prickly pear cactus (Opuntia spp.) is from the cactaceae family and is native to Florida and the deserts of the American Southwest. Although they...
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Apr
08
2020
Clusia – A Tropical Classic
Clusia (Clusia Rosea) lends both an exotic and classy look to our Florida tropical landscape. The leaves are thick with a leathery texture, are rather...
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Apr
01
2020
Adonidia Palm – Easy and Elegant
Adonidia Palm (Veitchia merrillii) is an ideal palm for a small entry or to put in a container on a pool deck or patio. This...
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Mar
25
2020
Jatropha – Little Red Beauty
Jatropha integerrima is a welcome addition for a sunny spot in any size South Florida landscape. Jatropha is a genus of flowering plants in the...
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Mar
18
2020
Coconut palm: A true islander
The coconut palm (cocos nucifera) is the most common palm tree known by people across the globe. With its signature fruit and beautiful silhouette it...
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Mar
11
2020
Bougainvillea: Color galore
This spring was perhaps one of the best seasons for the vivid and plentiful color produced by the various bougainvillea cultivars in our local area....
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Mar
04
2020
Aloe vera: A soothing plant
Aloe vera is certainly one of the most useful plants in our south Florida plant palette. Aloe vera is an interesting succulent plant that takes...
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Feb
26
2020
In the Garden: Berry interesting
Look out for the fruitful inkberry (Scaevola plumieri), a Florida native, as it grows its way throughout the sandy beaches. Don’t be fooled by the...
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Feb
25
2020
In The Garden Spirit Tree Benefits The Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
In The Garden – Sanibel’s Retail Garden Center and Outdoor Showroom has planted a spirit tree that benefits local non-profits. The Olive tree was chosen...
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Feb
19
2020
Tillandsia: Air plant
Tillandsia is a genus of around 650 species of evergreen, perennial flowering plants in the pineapple family Bromeliaceae. They are native to the forests, mountains...
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Feb
12
2020
Firebush – A Blaze of Color
Firebush (Hamelia patens), is a wonderfully cooperative and colorful native to brighten your garden. Gardeners love Firebush because it produces flowers consistently year around in...
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