It's not enough, in these days of climate change and population explosion, to just have a garden of pretty shrubs and flowers and leave it at that. Today's gardens are important environmental oases, ...

The black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta var.floridana) is a species in the Rudbeckia family found throughout Florida in the ...

“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 ...

It’s gardening season in South Florida, and the message from gardening experts is clear: Make sure to cultivate native plants that grow harmoniously with fellow shrubs, trees and flowers — and steer ...

See how Brevard homeowners use native plants to create stunning, eco-friendly yards on this annual self-guided tour, complete with art and history stops.

Students who helped turn a hard-packed strip of grass into lush public flower beds cut the ribbon at the dedication of the new Gateway Native Garden in Lexington Manor Passive ...

Long-blooming native plants can bring color, structure, and life to garden beds far beyond the usual growing season, making them an excellent choice for gardeners who want vibrancy that lasts. There ...

Spring brings the return of color to the garden as bulbs bloom, perennials re-emerge, and new annuals settle in. But there’s a less common category of plants that’s also worth knowing: native spring ...