Southwest Florida Is Blessed With Botanical Gardens
If you are a lover of nature then no less you frequently visit some of Southwest Florida’s natural beauties like the beaches, State Parks, wetlands and botanical gardens. A Botanical Garden Is…. A botanical garden is a tropical garden intertwined with natural habitats to form a piece of paradise. It’s a great place to study a variety […]
The Shamrock
When I think of St. Patrick’s Day I think of green beer, leprechauns and shamrocks. I thought I’d do a little research on Shamrocks. I always think that if I don’t know about things, perhaps you don’t either. We are actually learning together. Thank you for joining me on our journey. St. Patrick Used The Shamrock As […]
Determining The Right Zone for Landscaping Materials
Being in the landscaping industry we are well versed in the “Zone” for which we buy plants, trees, palms and shrubs. A zone is a climatic condition for the area in which you live. How Are Zones Determined? The USDA has developed a map that divides the United States into 11 different zones based on […]
Easter Lilies Are Poisonous To Cats
Easter is coming soon and many of us may purchase or receive as a gift an Easter Lily. They are beautiful but they are also dangerous. This plant is poisonous to your cat. Kitties are naturally curious animals and romp around the house chasing their tails, climbing in bags and nibbling on plants. Even if […]
Ways To Compare Irrigation Contractors
You’ve decided to make the investment to your property by installing a new irrigation system. Now you need to choose a contractor. The first step is to identify licensed and insured contractors that are permitted by County and City Municipalities to install sprinkler systems. Next , you’ll need to select a reputable contractor. Ask how […]
The History of Easter Lilies
Easter Lilies are called “The White Robed Apostle of Christ”. It is said that one of the lilies grew in each spot of sweat Christ shed in The Garden of Gesthsemane the night Jesus was in such agony. Their pure white flower symbolizes eternal life and peace just as the Spring season does. They have […]
Add Potted Easter Lilies For An Easy Spring Landscape Addition
Easter is March 31st this year of 2013. One of the most notable symbols of Spring and of Easter is the potted Easter Lily. Just like potted Poinsettias are an easy landscape solution to add a splash of Christmas to your outdoor landscaping; so are potted Easter Lilies for Easter. Although our family operates a […]
Level Out A Landscape Island
Leveling out a landscape island makes the ground more even with the surrounding property. It’s not necessary to make the ground completely level with the adjacent trees or palms but it’s not necessary to have a mountain in your front year either. Keeping a small even slope from the base of the tree or palm […]
Spiraling White Flies Are Attacking Southwest Florida Landscaping
There’s a new epidemic attacking Southwest Florida landscaping called the spiraling white fly. They have no preference of attack: trees, palms and shrubs are fair game for the little white insect. About The Spiraling White Fly The Spiraling White Fly looks like a small white moth. When they first appeared in the Southwest Florida area we probably didn’t think much […]
Time To Prepare Landscaping For An Easter Egg Hunt
In Southwest Florida our “winter” is coming to an end and the weather is already resembling Spring. Springs means Easter time. Easter time means Easter egg hunts. Easter is March 31st this year and it will be here before you know it. Don’t wait till the last minute to clean up your property. Start now […]
