I can’t believe I’m going to use this opening again in September of 2026 but unfortunately, déjà vu times 3!! Usually, I’m talking about fungus issues and too much water but this summer it has been way too much heat and not a lot of water. I’m sure though, that some of you have had […]
Trees & Palms Fall is a great time to plant trees such as Oaks, Crape Myrtles, Elms, Magnolias and Hollies. The heat isn’t as bad and rain fall is normally good this month for rooting and establishment. Even though top growth may not occur during the fall and winter months, roots will grow and when […]
Planting Information Many times we get questions and emails regarding problems that customers are having with their plants and frequently it can be traced back to incorrect planting or lack of water early in the planting. Often customers would like to plant their own plants and to that end, see some information below that will assist […]
September Lawn Calendar St Augustine and Zoysia F-Stop A granular product that contains Eagle® fungicide that provides a systemic protectant and curative fungicide. During the warm, rainy months protects your lawn from: • Anthracnose • Red Thread • Septoria Leaf Spot • Brown Patch • Copper Spot • Dollar Spot • Fusarium Blight • Leaf […]
What will be blooming in the fall? Pink Muhly Grass Muhly Grass is one of the BEST grasses to use in the landscape! It is very symmetrical with a fine texture that gently sways in the breeze. This tough Native will tolerate drought and flooding making it suited for wetland sites as well as beach […]
Problems in the Landscape There are many times that bad problems happen in the landscape and this is frequently true for newcomers to Florida. Here are some of the main reasons for problem landscapes: • Overplanting – when planting a new landscape using younger plants, you need to take into consideration how big the plant […]
Organic vs. Inorganic Insecticides Whenever there are pest issues in the landscape the first rule of thumb is to determine the cause and try to fix it. Wrong plant, wrong place? Too much water? Too much sun? Too little sun? Too little water? First determine what type of pest it is and is it going […]
Fertilize: If you haven’t fertilized your landscape shrubs, trees, and palms since spring- do so now! The stress of summer and frequent rains has depleted the nutrients in the soil and your plants need food! Nonflowering trees and shrubs can be fertilized with 8-2-12 slow release granular. For flowering shrubs, trees and perennials use 6-8-10 […]
Plant Profile: Container Planting Container plants are a great way to provide color in your garden or lanai, where planting plants are not an option. There are a host of great planters out there that come in all sizes, shapes and colors to complement your home or pool area. When planting containers always keep in […]
Summer certainly has arrived! Thank goodness for the rain. It was getting desperate there for a while! Remember, to monitor your watering and turn off your irrigation system when we get plenty of rain. Remember you may be hot but your plants and grass are not. Don’t water unnecessarily. Rain tends to bring mosquitoes so […]
Vegetables The first round of summer vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers and squash that were planted in March and April should all be winding down now. Some people clean up their beds or containers at this point and plant their next planting. Others try to continue to maintain their tomatoes and peppers etc. throughout the […]
Palms Consider planting a palm or two this summer! Palms love the summer heat, and the tropical rains will help get them established. Pindos, Sylvesters, Queens, Sabals, European Fan Palms, Chinese Fan Palms and Robellinis are some of the great choices available. Stop by the Garden Center to see for yourself! Crape Myrtles Crape Myrtles […]
Maintenance • July is the last month to trim your azaleas. Pruning after July may result in no or fewer spring flowers. • Plants are growing quickly right now. Any that have become leggy can be cut back. Trim and shape to promote fullness. To create density, lightly trim your shrubs all around. Only trimming the tops of plants will […]
Lawn Care: For St. Augustine & Zoysia Lawns: Fertilome F-Stop A granular product containing Eagle(R) fungicide that provides a systemic protectant and curative fungicide. Controls turfgrass diseases in established lawns and ornamental turfs. Turf diseases controlled: Anthracnose, Red Thread, Spetoria Leaf Spot, Brown Patch, Copper Spot, Dollar Spot, Fusarium Blight, Leaf Spot, Melting Out, Crown […]
Semi-Tropicals Tibochina Princess Flower An old time favorite used in full sun locations where bright color is desired. Fertilize with 6-8-10 slow release bloomer April, June and September for a spectacular flower show that will last from May to January. It is extremely easy to grow and drought tolerant once established. If winter damaged, established […]
Summer is here- officially not until June 21st but we sure do need the summer rains! We have seen some hot days already and very little rain. We are also in a drought situation, so the watering guidelines have changed back from two days a week to one day per week- this includes anyone on […]
When it comes to palms we need to be aware what a healthy, properly pruned palm looks like. Contrary to popular belief, this picture is not a properly pruned palm tree. It is unattractive and is weaker than a full canopied palm tree. A properly pruned and fertilized palm as in this picture, should have […]
Fruit Your citrus trees should have flowered and set some fruit by now. As your citrus tree grows you are sure to experience “leaf miners”- little grey squiggly lines in the leaves. These little critters are harmless for the most part- just causing cosmetic damage however, if you are plagued with them try using to […]
June Garden Maintenance • Trim your azaleas, gardenia and camellias for the final time this month. These plants set their flowers for next year early and too much trimming after this month will result in far fewer flowers. • Mow lawns at least weekly, no lower than 1 1/2 inches for centipede, 3″ for St. […]
Lawn Care St Augustine & Zoysia Lawns Hi Yield Turf & Ornamental Weed & Grass Stopper with Dimension • Prevents weed seeds from germinating • Do not use where garden seeds or flower seeds are sowed • Can also be used in landscape beds. Weed bed then apply to prevent weed seeds from germinating • […]
Butterfly Gardens are so beautiful and everybody’s favorite. Many people would like to entice them to their gardens. You do not need to have a huge garden to do this as every plant you can manage will make a difference. Butterflies love color of all kinds and as they see things in Ultraviolet light, bright color flowers […]
Perennial FlowersPerennial flowers come in all sizes, shapes and colors! Everyone loves flowers and now is a great time for creating a perennial flower bed or adding to an existing one. Perhaps adding flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds would be an idea. Try planting Knock Out Roses, Drift Roses, Milkweed, Cigar Plant, Gazanias, Gaillardia, […]
Palms Palms are tropical of nature and LOVE the warm weather. Rooting and establishment is pretty fast during the growing season. We are often asked about palm roots damaging foundations or driveways. Palm roots differ greatly from tree roots and will not damage foundations, driveways or patios. Palms come in a variety of sizes and […]
Shade or Partial Shade Gardening If you have a lot of trees in your garden and want to add some interest or color to the shade here are some great options: Camellia japonica (blooms Dec-March), Camellia Sasanqua (blooms October to Dec); Gardenias (bloom early spring to mid-summer); Hydrangeas – newer varieties like Nikko Blue or […]
Grass, Lawns & Bugs • Mow at least weekly to ensure no more than a third of the grass blade is cut each time. This will also aid with the prevention of thatch buildup. St Augustine and Bahia Grass should be cut 3”-4” high while Zoysia Grass is 1 ½ inches and Bermuda should be […]
May is a fabulous mont to accomplish a lot on the garden! The temperatures are still reasonable, the sun is shining, and everything is growing! Now is a great time to get those new gardens going or refresh older ones! We look forward to seeing you in the Garden Center to get you “growing”! “The […]
“April showers bring….” We have not had too many of those unfortunately, but what a difference a few weeks make! Oaks have flushed; deciduous tress are sprouting out leaves and spring bloomers are blooming everywhere! Temperatures have heated up but still perfect for getting that garden spruced up, added to or re-designed, and after the […]
Got Deer? There are many, many lists of plants that are produced by extension services and garden centers such as ours. These list plants that are USUALLY deer resistant. However, none of these lists should be taken as a guarantee. What was not on the menu last year may very well be on the menu this […]
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