November is one of the best months to garden here in the Tampa Bay area. Cool, dry weather arrives and stays for up to six months. There are many flowers, vegetables, and trees which you can easily plant, grow and harvest during the winter, and that will remain beautiful year round.
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Lizards are a common sight in the Tampa Bay area. While new residents may need to get accustomed to seeing the little critters running across their path, Florida geckos and anoles are friendly neighbors and harmless creatures. There is only one species of anole and one species of gecko which are native to South Florida, although there are many more here. Here is a quick rundown of the most common lizards that you are likely to see, and the habitats where they thrive.
A dry creek bed is a gully or trench built in order to mimic a natural water feature. They are most often implemented for drainage purposes, and can be quite useful during the Tampa and Sarasota area’s rainy season.
The rock-painting fad was kicked off several years ago when a Cape Cod resident named Megan began painting rocks with cheerful messages and leaving them around town. Her “Kindness Rocks Project” has become a cultural phenomenon, but has also encouraged aspiring artists everywhere to try their hand at painting rocks for a wide variety of purposes.
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Interview with Venice Mayor and the impact of fertilizer on the red tide epidemic.
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Palm tree tips: Tips on how to plant new palms and keep existing palms healthy all year long from Ellie at Big Earth Landscape Supply.
Here in the Tampa area, we are fortunate to be able to garden nearly year-round. While much of the country is limited to annuals when they create container gardens, here in South Florida we can easily consider potted perennials for display on our lanais and porches.
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Fall is the perfect time to prepare a Tampa lawn for the months to come, when cold snaps and freezes are possible. By preparing your lawn now, you can ensure that it stays healthy and returns to full vibrancy next spring.
For people who love gardening, our sub-tropical climate affords the opportunity to grow a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and exotic flowers. Unfortunately, all of this beauty is also attractive to pests, insects and fungus which can wreak havoc in your garden. In order to save you time and frustration, we have assembled a short list of clever gardening hacks designed to keep pests away, and maximize the productivity of your garden.
Here are some ways to channel your inner autumn and to transform your yard into a seasonal celebration of colorful bounty – even if you are still wearing flip flops every day.