Grassroots initiatives in Manatee County have gained momentum following the election of new commissioners in November 2024. Despite state interference limiting local governance, residents are actively engaged in community projects like the transformation of Mixon Farms into an agricultural education hub. The site aims to foster entrepreneurship and sustainability, reflecting the county's evolving identity amidst significant growth and budget increases.
The rise of artificial turf in Florida is raising environmental concerns due to its high temperature, contribution to urban heat islands, and release of harmful chemicals like PFAS. Florida's new legislation limits local governments' ability to restrict synthetic turf, opposing state efforts for water conservation and ecological health. Alternatives exist for landscape improvement.
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.
I recently saw a Facebook post where someone was posting for a tree company saying they needed work. Someone commented back saying " well everyone and their brothers cut trees, mows lawns, and grades land in this area, so the market is saturated." It reminds me of my generation and the generation before me, where… Continue reading Mow & Blow, a Big No-No
Water is undeniably the lifeforce of Florida. Without the natural ability of our ecosystem to filter rainfall or natural springs, and retain water the state would be a larger extension of the Florida Keys. A broken incoherent mess of uninhabitable islands, marshes, and sandbars. Articles are regularly published about how important water quality is; that… Continue reading Is Clean Water Your Right or Responsibility?
Who wants an Instagram perfect garden? Me too, so let’s talk about how to make that happen. It all starts with the basics, starting… No garden can begin unless we do something! Gardens can be desired in many different ways, food, visual stimulation, relaxation and therapy, so start with which one you are looking… Continue reading The Key to a “Perfect Garden”
If you're not familiar with the term, right plant right place, our hope is you will not only remember it after this article but also apply it to every aspect of your garden. The term was first introduced to us by the FNGLA( Florida Nursery Growers & Landscapers Association) whom we have mentioned and referenced… Continue reading Right Plant, Right Place
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