Focus on rebuilding landscapes with salt-tolerant native plants to mitigate future storm risks.
This week in Wilcox's blog post we'd like to shed a little bit of light on an amazing organization that we are proud to be a part of. Native Plant Horticulture Foundation The Native Plant Horticulture Foundation was founded as an offshoot of FANN which you may know as...
When living in Florida, one of the best ways to help the environment while also protecting your property from storm damage is to plant native trees. Florida’s native trees are naturally adapted to the climate and can often withstand hurricane-force winds better than...
This week in Wilcox's blog post we'd like to shed a little bit of light on an amazing organization that we are proud to be a part of. Native Plant Horticulture Foundation The Native Plant Horticulture Foundation was founded as an offshoot of FANN which you may know as...
When living in Florida, one of the best ways to help the environment while also protecting your property from storm damage is to plant native trees. Florida’s native trees are naturally adapted to the climate and can often withstand hurricane-force winds better than...
Wilcox’s Big Yard Community Highlight “We live in a 55 plus HOA in central Florida. I completely re-landscaped our yard with Florida native plants, and I also added a water feature. All of the changes I made to our yard were to attract and support wildlife, giving...
Florida Native Plants vs. Florida Friendly Plants: A Comparison Florida's unique climate and ecosystem provide a rich tapestry of flora that is both beautiful and ecologically significant. When it comes to landscaping in the Sunshine State, homeowners and gardeners...
In the vibrant canvas of Florida's landscapes, mulch emerges as a versatile and indispensable tool. Beyond its visual appeal, mulch holds the key to preserving moisture and managing heat in this unique subtropical environment. Let's embark on a journey through the...
Introduction: As spring blooms in Florida, gardeners eagerly anticipate the vibrant colors and lush foliage that characterize this season. However, along with the warmer temperatures and increased humidity comes the threat of powdery mildew, a common fungal disease...
Our area had much lower rainfall than normal during the summer rainy season in 2023. There is currently a 9 inch rainfall deficit which has contributed to Tampa Bay Water’s regional reservoir being unable to be completely refilled. The region varies from “abnormally...
