The big deep freeze of 2026
February was “heartbreak month” in Florida’s landscapes. It brought us a once-in-a-decade deep freeze. I wondered for the last 60…
EGO Power 21+ Select Cut Self-Propelled Battery-Powered Mower—A Game Changer for Effortless Lawn Care!
I just started cutting my lawn with the EGO Power 21+ LM2156SP self-propelled battery-powered mower. I was petrified about taking…
Florida: an Ant Colony’s Paradise
I have a serious ant issue. Our hot, muggy climate and soft, sandy soil is heaven for almost any breed…
Are You a Good Neighbor? Five Tips for Neighbors
There is a famous insurance company that uses the slogan, “Like a good neighbor,…” and yesterday I got a taste…
Buying a Lawnmower? Evaluate all options.
I wasn’t planning on buying a lawnmower this summer. I began thinking of my first lawnmower purchase when my lawn…
How Your Neighbors Opinion Influences Your Landscape
Is everyone intimidated by the neighbor’s opinion when they work in the yard? I am always aware when neighbors are…
Summer in Florida: The life of a yard slave.
Most northern residents wonder how anyone survives a summer in Florida. Every US state got a taste of our typical…
Changing Landscape Zones 10A from 9B
Did you realize the USDA changed and updated the landscape zone map in November 2023? Calling all amateur gardeners, it’s…
February in Florida Gardens: Planting Guide
February is a fantastic month for gardening in Florida, offering a wide range of planting opportunities as the weather begins…
