Recent weather patterns have led to increased rainfall and subsequent flooding, prompting homeowners to consider artificial solutions. However, embracing natural methods, like enhancing soil health through diverse plant life and implementing bioswales, can effectively manage water retention, improve landscapes, and mitigate flooding, without harmful synthetic alternatives.
The Spring of 2025 in Florida marks a significant recovery from the devastating weather events of 2024. Floridians face the challenge of rebuilding their landscapes, necessitating consultation with professionals for effective, environmentally friendly gardening. By adopting Florida Friendly Landscaping principles, residents can ensure sustainable practices that promote better soil health and efficient water use while enhancing their properties.
Hurricane Milton was a storm that will be talked about and studied for years as one of the most impactful storms to ever hit the gulf coast of Florida. It’s far-reaching winds and rain embodied the wrath of a hurricane that residents never want to see. The state of Florida is working hard to… Continue reading Hurricanes vs Trees, Why Correct Selection is Key
It’s in our DNA to go out in search of food, specifically anything sweet, because our primal selves needed the extra calories from sugars. Any type of fruit was a bonus to our diet, so our minds associate pleasure and happiness with eating sweet foods. Fast forward thousands of years when sweets are literally in… Continue reading Family Foraging
Have you recently had "one of those days?" You don’t land that job, your to do list is a mile long and then the in-laws call needing help today, follow that up with a phone call your sale didn’t come through and oh yeah your drink just leapt from your hand and into your… Continue reading How to Walk Off, “One of Those Days”
Stress….Anxiety…Overwhelmed…. We feel these emotions almost daily anymore. Between a pandemic, rising prices of, well everything, and being somehow magically busier than ever, things can get overwhelming quickly. The responsibilities keep adding up, but where’s the time set aside for, you? Recently, I read a book called ”Find Your Unicorn Space” by Eve Rodsky. (If… Continue reading Find Your Creativity Through Flowers
Have you ever found a scent that you just absolutely love? One that takes you to a different place or brings your shoulders at ease after a long day. Maybe that scent is lavender or lemongrass, which are all classics mind you, but if you've never smelled cypress, it's time. Arizona Cypress has a beautiful… Continue reading Cypress, Why You Need One in Your Yard
As children, we are always taught to "do our best", "go for the gold", "get to the top", but the importance of failing, never seems to reach the same conversation. Why is that? Even as an adult now, we see new things or want to develop a new hobby, but we don't. It is because,… Continue reading Failing in Flowers
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