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Trimming Crape Myrtles in a Warming Florida Climate
Although the crape myrtle is originally from eastern Asia, its presence in the U.S. South is dominant. First introduced to South Carolina in the late 1700s, the crape myrtle come in a variety of colors from white to red to a deep purple. Obviously the tree is dormant in the winter months but by late…
Garden Design To Attract Butterflies in Florida, Combat Species Decline
Globally, there’s a butterfly crisis. In particular, the number of Monarchs in the Western United States has declined from 10 million in the 1980s to fewer than 2,000 in 2021, according to the Washington Post. That’s a 99.9 percent decline. Much of the problem has to do with climate change. In Florida, changes in rainfall…
6 Visually Striking Florida Native Plants To Use in Landscaping This Fall
Cooler temperatures and lower humidity mean an opportunity to see Florida native plants in their full, colorful glory in the fall. What’s great about native plants is that they don’t require much water and no fertilization. They also provide food and shelter for native species. So what are some visually striking plants to grow during…
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