Aug
23
2023
Mango Fruit is a Summer Treat
Mango (Magnifera indica L.) is one of the most sought after and delicious tropical fruits in the world and you can grow them right here...
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16
2023
Hurricane palm: A true survivor
Hurricane palm (Dictyosperma) is a superior survivor in the face of high winds and punishing hurricane conditions which earned it the nickname ‘hurricane palm.’ While...
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09
2023
Fall in Love with this Native Lovegrass
Elliott’s Lovegrass (Eragrostis elliottii), is a Florida native ornamental grass that tolerates a wide range of conditions but loves our sandy island soil. This cultivar...
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02
2023
Southern Showstopper
Confederate Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) is an intoxicatingly fragrant vine that causes me to take deep breathes to draw in the scent I associate with the...
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26
2023
Black-Eyed Susan Attracts Butterflies
Black-eyed Susan (Rudebeckia hirta var.floridana) is a species in the Rudbeckia family found throughout Florida in the sandhills, Flatwoods, and disturbed areas. This wildflower species...
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19
2023
Bahama cassia: Butterfly attractor
Bahama Cassia (Cassia chapmanii) also known as (Cassia Bahamanesis) is an excellent choice for a South Florida butterfly garden. With delicate green leaves and pretty...
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12
2023
Alocasia is a new favorite in Florida
Alocasia ‘Regal Shields’ is becoming a popular Alocasia cultivar to use in the landscape and as an indoor or patio plant. Originally from Africa, they...
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05
2023
Zamia: Cardboard palm
Zamia (Zamia furfuracea) is a cycad, one of the most ancient of plant species. This particular cycad is native to parts of Mexico and Veracruz...
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28
2023
White Bird of Paradise
White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia Nicolai), stands out with its large leaves and exotic flower. It grows in a clumping form and is one of...
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21
2023
European Fan Palm – Big design in a small palm
Multiple clumps curving as they rise with a fan-shaped leaf, in colors ranging from sage green to bluish green, give this palm an edgy, modern...
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14
2023
Powderpuffs in Paradise
The Powderpuff tree (Calliandra haematocephala) is a small ornamental tree blooming with a variety of colors ranging from red, pink to white with striking brilliant...
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07
2023
Necklace Pod: A jewel for your landscape
Necklace pod (Sophora tomentosa) is a wonderful evergreen and flowering plant, which has a high tolerance for salt and low water requirements making it ideal...
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