Mitigation banks can’t exactly replicate pre-development ecosystems, even when they achieve state-mandated native plant goals. (Rose Schnabel/WUFT News) Growing native plants and eradicating invasive ...

Discover the power of native plants in South Florida. Discover the power of native plants in South Florida — why they matter, how they thrive, and how they can save you time, money and effort in your ...

Just when you think you've missed the last chance for snow in your neck of the woods, you start seeing tree limbs covered in white. Flowering dogwood (Cornus florida) is an even better cause for ...

“Take your little piece of land and steward it. It will give you a sense of power. Your choices matter. You can make a difference.” With punishing wind, rain and flooding, Hurricanes Debby, Helene and ...

Many U.S. state flowers were chosen over 125 years ago, often for qualities like beauty, resilience, and cultural significance. Several states share the same flower, and surprisingly, 16 states have ...

Florida's sunshine isn't the only thing that never takes a break here. Your garden can burst with color all year long if you pick the right flowers. I'm talking about tough, beautiful blooms that ...

Vines can unexpectedly dominate the growing season, particularly when there are no late freezes and a warm, wet spring. If you haven't noticed yet, I encourage you to sharpen your observation skills ...

The annual Landscaping with Florida Natives Tour showcases South Brevard yards that use native plants. This year's tour includes the new Melbourne Founders Museum, which highlights local Black pioneer ...

Volunteers from the Florida Native Plant Society conduct yearly surveys to monitor the status of a native plant holdout in a region confronting rapid development. (Courtesy of Valerie Anderson) Their ...

What is a ground cover? The lowest layer of greenery growing beneath trees would be the answer if your landscape is a forest ...

Leafy green with tiny, red fruits, the Brazilian peppertree is a land manager’s enemy. Parts of the plant can be toxic to birds and cause rashes in humans, but that’s not why it raises concern. It’s ...