The secret to a fantastic garden/landscape is to have an architectural foundation with a solid structure of evergreens. These perennials, bushes and trees will provide …
Best evergreens for central Florida zone 9
What’s blooming in my central Florida yard in April (zone 9b)
So many beautiful flowers have blossomed so far this year! The biggest show, since December, has been a profusion of apricot drift roses in the …
Lubber Nymph Infestation
Walking along the property easement in the front woods, I saw what appeared to be black flowers or some sort of plant calyx on a …
Using AI to Answer Gardening Questions
Today, I signed up for a ChatGTP account. If you’re unfamiliar with the technology, it is a major development that is expected to blow the …
Painting a U.S.F. Bull Head Statue
Joe stumbled across an old University of South Florida bull head statue that he wanted me to paint. He finished his undergrad at the college …
Make Your Own Lino-Stamps
When I create art, I aspire to draw interesting details as much as possible. Many artists use stamps and stencils that they purchase. For me, …
Planting a Florida wildflower meadow
Doesn’t the idea of a meadow of Florida wildflowers sound dreamy? Well, I have been wanting one for some time now. Received my mail order …
Designing for Pavers in Car Port and Around Studio
As you may already know, Joe and I built a cedar and copper pipe trellis on the former horse stall where my son parks his …
The Best Palms in My Central Florida Garden
I love palms. When I purchased my home, the first trees I planted were two Jacarandas and three Queen Palms. Nothing says “hello tropical” better …
Purchasing an Antique Rose Bush from Heirloom Roses in Oregon
I have been wanting to expand my antique roses collection for some time. This summer, I had my sights set on purchasing a Mutabilis rose …