Caring for Your Cape Coral Garden in February
During February, your Cape Coral lawn and garden may experience cooler days and the effect of a mild winter. Granted, the ongoing changes in traditional weather patterns may bring about a wild rain or a very chilly day followed by a warm week, but nothing that your native plant species won’t be able to handle. […]
Florida Vegetable Gardening Tips For Beginners
Many people that are new to vegetable gardening in Florida will make a few mistakes. Here are a few helpful tips, so that you do not get discouraged from your gardening journey. Summertime In Florida Is Brutal On Plants There are not many vegetables that can tolerate the summertime heat in Florida. It can be […]
Forget the Mistletoe: Holiday Landscaping and Gardening in Cape Coral
Many backyards and gardens in Florida tend to lose their green appeal during the holidays, and there are various reasons why this happens. If you have native Florida plants that started withering weeks before Thanksgiving, a bit of degeneration could be part of their natural cycle. Even your perennials and evergreens may look a bit […]
Attracting Birds to Your Florida Garden
Southwest Florida is blessed with an abundance of bird species thanks to the nature conservation policies of the Sunshine State. If you have an interest in bird-watching, you can turn your garden into a welcoming feeding spot for both native and migratory birds; this is a great way to get children interested in natural sciences […]
Plant Fall Colors in Your Yard
While our area does not get the beautiful trees transformed by their fall colors that many parts of the United States get, planting the right flowers can add a similar array of amazing fall colors to your landscaping. Before you choose, make sure to consider their care requirements, or let a landscaping service take care […]
Four Ways Mulch Helps Your Landscaping
Whether you’re working on your landscaping yourself or handing the whole project over to professional landscaping services, you have probably spent some time thinking about what you want your outdoor space to look like and include. Maybe you’ve made a list of your favorite flowers or decided whether to stick with a green theme or […]
Top 5 Secrets for Keeping Your Florida Palm Trees Healthy
One of the more iconic plants we enjoy in Florida is the stately florida palm tree. As most residents quickly come to appreciate, there are many varieties of palms in addition to our State Tree, the cabbage palm. Those other familiar palms you will see around the state include: Queen Washington Date All of these […]
Pink and Purple Heat-Tolerant Flowers for a Blazing Summer
This summer is bound to be a scorcher. Flowers will need extra attention and water but there is still a large chance plants will wilt and die in the sun, making the loveliest garden an ugly wasteland. However, particular flowers can withstand excessive heat and still have colorful blooms. Most come only in red, orange, […]
Let a Creative Fairy Garden Transform A Boring Yard
In a boring old pot, two worlds come together in the creative genius better known as a fairy garden. Miniatures adorned and surrounded by the many varieties of plant life throughout. An adventure as simple or as detailed as one’s mind is willing to imagine. If dollhouses were your childhood hobby, then a fairy garden […]
Centerpieces Are Not Just For Tables
Your dining table isn’t the only place where brilliant centerpieces belong. Consider adding bold statement pieces in your yard to make it just as warm and inviting. Draw in the most discerning eye and give your guests something to discuss at your next outdoor gathering other than the neighbors, not in attendance. They will be […]
