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Hi everybody and welcome. One look at the plant food section of your local nursery or retail store can make a person literally dizzy. There are so many different a la carte nutrients that sometimes it is hard to understand what they are all for. Today, I am going to discuss a few of those pr…

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With the thoughts of Thanksgiving in our near future, fall Mums come to mind. Garden Mums come in many colors and styles. Garden Mums are a staple to the holiday season and represent the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Mums are actually fairly easy to grow and can withstand both low…

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Hi, everybody, and welcome! I think one of the most feared and least known about creature in our gardens and yards is a slinky critter known as the snake. Most common garden snakes are not poisonous and are actually beneficial to your yard or garden. Some people actually find them as welcome…

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Hi everybody and welcome! Everybody needs a good luck charm and I can’t think of a better way to go then with a lucky Bamboo. These interesting plants are extremely tough and surprisingly easy to care for. These plants do not require a lot of light and can grow in many places where other pla…

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With the thoughts of Thanksgiving in our near future, fall Mums come to mind. Garden Mums come in many colors and styles. Garden Mums are a staple to the holiday season and represent the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Mums are actually fairly easy to grow and can withstand both low…

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Hi everybody and welcome! Almost everybody likes the fresh taste of citrus, whether it be oranges, grapefruits or tangerines. Sometimes the sweetest most delicious fruit can come from trees that you raised yourself in your own backyard. Today, I am going to talk about growing citrus in your …

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Now that Hurricane Ian has left our area, I want to talk a little about the cleanup process after a storm. If you are like me, one look at the yard and it makes you wonder where you should even start when planning your cleanup effort. Here are some tips that will help you with your cleanup efforts.

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Hi everybody and welcome! When you visit your local nursery if you are like most people, you are always trying to find plants that are colorful and different. One plant you should consider is a colorful gem known as the Orchid.

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Even though we've had a quiet hurricane season thus far, it's always good to make sure you're aware of some clean up tips in case of a weather disturbance. This week, I want to talk a little about the cleanup process after a storm. I want to share some of the tips I found useful while cleani…

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Probably one of them most common problems in our part of Florida is a little critter known as the Chinch Bug. These tiny bugs are about one-fifth of an inch long and their presence is most prevalent on St. Augustine grasses. They may be present in other grasses such as Bermuda and Centipede …

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Hi everybody and welcome! If you have not done so already, now would be a great time to get your yard hurricane proofed to get ready for the potentially busy 2022 hurricane season. Now is the time to get your trees pruned back, make a plan on what you are going to take inside and what you mi…

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Today, many folks want to plant their own gardens to get delicious vegetables year round. During the hot summer months, this can be a huge challenge. The very hot temperatures and sizzling sun can take a toll on many crops that we try to propagate. Some of the main staples like tomatoes can …

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If you are looking for a full sun plant that requires minimal water, Desert Rose plants make a great addition to your garden. These plants are available all through the spring and summer season and are bursting with beautiful color, You can get these beautiful plants in a variety of colors. …

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With the thoughts of Thanksgiving in our near future, fall Mums come to mind. Garden Mums come in many colors and styles. Garden Mums are a staple to the holiday season and represent the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Mums are actually fairly easy to grow and can withstand both low…

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Believe it or not, it’s getting to the time when many of us will be decorating our trees for the holidays. A great alternative to an artificial tree and/or a live tree is a Norfolk Island pine. They are available at most retailers and come in several sizes. Some even come already decorated a…

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With the thoughts of Thanksgiving in our near future, fall Mums come to mind. Garden Mums come in many colors and styles. Garden Mums are a staple to the holiday season and represent the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Mums are actually fairly easy to grow and can withstand both low…

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Hi everybody and welcome! With the heart of our Florida Winter coming into play over, cold snaps and possible freezing temperatures will be the rule for the next few months. Many of our Florida plants will withstand the cold temperatures with grace while others will struggle and wilt at the …

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With the thoughts of Thanksgiving and Winter in our near future, Fall Mums come to mind. Garden Mums come in many colors and styles. Garden Mums are a staple to the holiday season and represent the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Mums are actually fairly easy to grow and can withsta…

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Probably one of them most common problems in our part of Florida is a little critter known as the Chinch Bug. These tiny bugs are about one-fifth of an inch long and their presence is most prevalent on St. Augustine grasses. They may be present in other grasses such as Bermuda and Centipede …

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Hi everybody and welcome. One look at the plant food section of your local nursery or retail store can make a person literally dizzy. There are so many different a la carte nutrients that sometimes it is hard to understand what they are all for. Today, I am going to discuss a few of those pr…

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The past couple of months I have been talking a lot about getting your yard ready for a storm. This week, I want to talk a little about the cleanup process after a storm. I want to share some of the tips I found useful while cleaning up after storms over the years.

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Hi everybody and welcome! Almost everybody likes the fresh taste of citrus, whether it be oranges, grapefruits or tangerines. Sometimes the sweetest most delicious fruit can come from trees that you raised yourself in your own backyard. Today, I am going to talk about growing citrus in your …

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Hi everybody and welcome! Everybody needs a good luck charm and I can’t think of a better way to go then with a lucky Bamboo. These interesting plants are extremely tough and surprisingly easy to care for. These plants do not require a lot of light and can grow in many places where other pla…

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Hi everybody and welcome! When you visit your local nursery if you are like most people, you are always trying to find plants that are colorful and different. One plant you should consider is a colorful gem known as the Orchid.

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With more and more people using their yards as outdoor kitchens and outdoor living areas, privacy is a major concern. You can go through the expense of installing a physical wooden or resin fence or you can opt for an easier and less expensive solution: a living fence made up of plants.

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Hi everybody and welcome! If you have not done so already, now would be a great time to get your yard hurricane proofed to get ready for the potentially busy 2020 hurricane season. Now is the time to get your trees pruned back, make a plan on what you are going to take inside and what you mi…

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With all the talk about the use of chemicals in the garden and their effect on the environment, most of us are trying to find better ways to do important outdoor tasks that need to be done. Fortunately, there are many ways to take care of things like weeds, pests and even natural ways to fer…

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Hi everybody and welcome! I think one of the most feared and least known about creature in our gardens and yards is a slinky critter known as the snake. Most common garden snakes are not poisonous and are actually beneficial to your yard or garden. Some people actually find them as welcome v…

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Today, many folks want to plant their own gardens to get delicious vegetables year round. During the hot summer months, this can be a huge challenge. The very hot temperatures and sizzling sun can take a toll on many crops that we try to propagate. Some of the main staples like tomatoes can …