Why should we plant native plants? I’ve talked to people who think Florida is tropical with no variation in plants year-round; that they are green and blooming all year. Florida is semi-tropical with ...

Discover the power of native plants in South Florida. Discover the power of native plants in South Florida — why they matter, how they thrive, and how they can save you time, money and effort in your ...

Garden experts, veterinarians and the Humane Society outline steps to protect plants and animals as temperatures fall into ...

It's not enough, in these days of climate change and population explosion, to just have a garden of pretty shrubs and flowers and leave it at that. Today's gardens are important environmental oases, ...

It’s gardening season in South Florida, and the message from gardening experts is clear: Make sure to cultivate native plants that grow harmoniously with fellow shrubs, trees and flowers — and steer ...

Pan's Garden in Palm Beach, Florida, is a half-acre native garden showcasing Florida's diverse flora. Established in 1994, the garden features 280 plant species and attracts a variety of butterflies ...

As home gardeners become more educated about the benefits of native plants (supporting native insects, birds and wildlife, and the environment as a whole), the focus has mainly been on trees, shrubs ...

The annual Landscaping with Florida Natives Tour showcases South Brevard yards that use native plants. This year's tour includes the new Melbourne Founders Museum, which highlights local Black pioneer ...

Grow native plants for the birds! Learn about Cornell’s new Garden for Birds program and how to participate.

Cover your plants to trap heat from the soil, and make sure the cover reaches the ground, said Maria Quirico Bautista, a ...