Florida’s warm, humid climate creates the perfect environment for lush landscapes, but it also provides ideal conditions for weeds to thrive. Without proper weed control, these invasive plants can quickly take over, harming the health and appearance of your...
Most Popular Larval Host Plants in Pinellas County Florida is home to a wide variety of beautiful butterflies, and Pinellas County is no exception. Here are some of the native plants that are most commonly used by butterflies in the area. Milkweed - Milkweed is one...
Butterflies and moths are some of the most fascinating creatures on earth. As effective pollinators and being exceptionally efficient at transferring energy up the food chain, their lives have large impacts on the ecosystems around them. Their life cycle is a...
Land Conservation in Florida: Protecting Native Plants and Habitats Florida is a unique state with a wide variety of native plants and habitats that need to be protected. Land conservation is an important step in preserving the biodiversity of Florida and its native...
If you have ever noticed a lack of caterpillars in your garden during the winter months, you are not alone. Many people wonder why caterpillars seem to disappear during the colder months, and there are a few key reasons for this. Limited food sources: One of the main...
Top Four Ways Gardening Improves Mental Health Amongst many other treatments, activities, and connections, gardening has been shown (1) to have a number of mental health benefits. Anecdotally, I always find that working with my hands and caring for a living thing to...
Gardening for Birds using Florida Native Plants To attract birds to your yard, think about creating a habitat with food, shelter, and water to meet the needs of both nesting and migratory birds. Building an ecosystem rich with plant and animal life will attract a...
