24 Aug Wildlife Conversation
Why do we enjoy seeing wildlife so much? Consider that when we see wildlife, it could be the only moment of interaction despite wildlife being all around us! ...
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22 Jun Growing Citrus for North Florida
Tons of Tallahassee home gardeners have had huge bumper crops as of late. Don't wait to get in on all the fun! With this guide to growing citrus, you'll have all the knowledge you need to make make your garden a veritable fruit stand!...
30 May Succulent Success
You’ve probably heard the words cacti and succulents thrown around interchangeably. However, this is a common misconception. Technically, all cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti. Cacti are simply one of the many types of succulents. Succulents are defined by their water retaining cells....
30 Sep Restoring Your Landscape
I would like to start this by stating my deep gratitude to the Tallahassee lineman for their work in restoring power to our city and for the health and safety of all of those who endured the frightening winds of Hurricane Michael.Tallahassee has many side...
02 Sep What to Do After a Hurricane
What to do next:First and foremost we hope that you and your family stayed safe through this storm.We want to be here as a resource now as you rebuild and restore your landscape. It's important to not only think about replacing down trees or shrubs...
11 Aug Good Hedges Make Good Friends
Most people would say they know all there is to know on the topic of hedges. Step 1, pick a plant. Step 2, plant a line of them. Step 3, oh wait, you’re done. Well I think the overlooked hedge plantings of our homes and...
11 Aug Gingers: A Hidden Gem
An often over looked specimen in the shade garden which can add vibrancy and life to your less sunny areas. They come in such a wide array of sizes and colors there’s surely a variety well suited for your garden. Although Gingers are not first...
04 Aug Abelias: An Old Favorite
I was recently exploring the old Roseland Cemetery in Monticello, FL, when I came across a stunning old planting of abelias. The afternoon light filtered through the large hedge, highlighting the various shades of rosy pink and dark green foliage. The fine-textured leaves allowed a...
14 Apr A Tree, Yet So Much More
Dogwoods are dying in our lovely Capital City, and the heartache it’s causing is very real. In most cases, I can help you replace an ailing tree with a better choice. All I have to do is find out which of the attributes are most...