Flies, gnats and mosquitoes can be a nuisance, but they can also spread bacteria and diseases by simply landing on us and the surfaces we touch. In addition, they can put quite a damper on that epic outdoor picnic or barbeque by contaminating our food and playing an instrumental role in the contraction of Salmonella and E. coli. So, how …
Tips to Improve Soil Quality
Everyone and everything can use some rejuvenation from time to time – even our soil. Our gardens yearn for rich, moist earth where the earthworms frolic. So how can we transform our soil from that dry, nutrient-deprived hard stuff to the good stuff? One great way is to top our garden soil with several inches of compost this winter and …
Flowering Shrubs That Thrive in Full Sun
Florida’s sun can be harsh, but keep in mind that plants acquire their energy from sunlight with a little thing called photosynthesis (biology class flashback!), so there ARE some bushes that actually thrive in Florida’s full sun. Some flowering shrubs that have no fear of the hot midday sun include hibiscus, which produce gorgeous, large, tropical looking flowers and grow …