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 ...
There are plenty of invasive plants in the Sunshine State. But you might want to be wary of the ones that mimic potatoes.
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 ...
October is an ideal time to plant cool-season flowers, herbs, and a variety of vegetables. Residents should adjust lawn watering schedules to once a week to comply with water restrictions. Gardeners ...
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 ...
Growing native plants and eradicating invasive ones is a challenging part of restoration projects. Even when done well, artificial sites don’t perfectly replicate nature. Leafy green with tiny, red ...