It seems like there are rules for everything these days.
Don’t exceed the speed limit. (Too late.)
Don’t eat the last donut in the box. (That one’s negotiable.)
Don’t waste water with careless lawn watering. (That one makes sense.)
When you start looking for outdoor plants safe for dogs here in Central Florida, it’s doggone disappointing at first.
Asiatic jasmine? Nope — toxic. Podocarpus? Toxic. Croton? Ti plant? Bougainvillea?
Nope, nope, nope.
Aw, man, so many Florida favorites! We’re clearly barking up the wrong tree. This might be ruff.
Maybe you’re one of those homeowners who loves to handle your own lawn chores.
You have a garage full of tools and wake up early on Saturday mornings ready to tackle your list.
Or you’re rolling your eyes right now and keep a list of home and garden repair companies handy in your phone contacts list.
Nobody ever says, “I want a lawn that takes up so much time, I moved my bed out to the front yard.”
Well, maybe that one neighbor you saw out there last weekend trimming the edges with a tiny pair of scissors.
Most of us want a lawn that looks great, with minimal care.
So, what grass grows best in Florida?
Let’s face it, if you’re a plant in Florida, you better love sun.
But some plants love it more than others, offering bigger flowers and brighter, more colorful foliage when they soak up plenty of rays.
What are some great plants for full sun in Central Florida?
Grab your sunglasses and let’s take a look.
Lawns can be so needy, right?
It’s kind of fun to compare stuff.
Landscaping in Florida can be tricky, and here in Central Florida, especially tricky.
It’s easy to get used to your home and all its quirks when you live there every day.
In case a little bird hasn’t told you yet, many of our beautiful winged friends are in trouble as their natural habitats disappear.