Broward Landscaping Insights

  This month we are going to be addressing our irrigation systems uses  and everything we can do to help promote conservation.New research has found that the claims that Florida-Friendly landscapes (FFL) really do use less water than traditionally landscaped…

As our temperatures begin to slowly cool, all our planting material will require much less watering. November is the beginning of our dry system. Plants may need irrigation if the weather stays warm and dry. Monitor for signs of stress, and water…

As the holidays come upon us, when people are thinking about gifts, what better gift to give than a potted plant? A plant in a beautiful container is a thoughtful and creative gift. And it’s actually two gifts in one. Finding a…

The cold weather is here, and if you haven’t already, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll protect your plants this winter. Be ready to move tender potted plants to warmer sheltered areas if a freeze or frost is…

Cold Damage on Palms  Because palms can give any landscape a more tropical look, it is understandable that people would attempt to grow them in climates that are decidedly less than tropical. While palms may survive, or even thrive, for…

Disinfecting Your Garden Tools Get ready for spring and the busy gardening season ahead by taking some time to disinfect your horticultural tools. Regularly disinfecting your tools is a good way to prevent disease from spreading in your landscape. There…

April In Your Garden This is a great time to get out in the garden and do a little maintenance. You can divide clumps of bulbs, ornamental grasses, and herbaceous shrubs to expand and rejuvenate your garden this month. This…

It is my true pleasure to welcome you to our very first, “Tips & Tricks for South Florida Gardening”. I hope you enjoy & employ the helpful tips that I would like to share with you on a monthly basis…

South Florida has continued to experience warm & damp; dry conditions throughout the region. As was discussed in our January Tips & Tricks, it is important to have all your sprinkler systems repaired, heads adjusted or replaced and have time…

Just when I thought we were over our winter, this weekend its suppose to get down into the 40’s. Special care should be given towards our delicate patio & potted plants to prevent them from cold damage so bring them…