Mosquito bites don’t just leave you itchy and scratchy, but they also carry harmful viruses. The easy way to deal with this problem is to go hunting for mosquito repellents, but the natural way to deal with this is not just harmless but also eco-friendly. There are quite a few plants that ward off not just mosquitos but many other insects.
Those who love to garden know that it is a labor of love. But gardens are no longer only purely functional, and they no longer are restricted to flower beds! Today’s gardens allow true freedom of expression, imagination manifested through a living canvas.
Recently, fire pits are enjoying popularity, as many Tampa and Sarasota area residents are discovering the fun that they can add to backyard barbecues and outdoor entertaining. Creating an intimate space for friends and family to gather is a great way to add style and character to your property.
When you look to landscape your new yard and garden here in South Florida, you may want to use your favorite flowers from back home. But because of differences in climate, soil, and weather patterns, you may not be able to grow those popular northern flowers.
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Whether you see it, smell it or hear about it, red tide is impacting all of our lives in Southwest Florida at this moment. We are all wondering how this happened and when it will end. While red tide continues to affect Florida’s gulf coast, with no clear reason why and no end in sight, I can’t help but wonder if there is anything to do to help alleviate red tide.
When you are looking to create striking landscaping for your Tampa area home or business, adding flowering trees is a great choice – but not just any tree will do. You will have to take into account your specific environment. For instance are you close to salt water?
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Stewart Clarke discussed the more than 15 different types of granular fertilizers that can be found at Big Earth Supply, and the advantages of each of them.
Every proud homeowner strives to cultivate a rich, lush, green lawn. When a brown patch shows up on that lawn and begins to spread, property owners are understandably concerned. Because the heat in our Tampa Bay communities can be scorching, you may assume that the grass is burnt. In summer, you may think your grass has fungus from all the rain. But unfortunately, that brown patch may be caused by something a bit more invasive – chinch bugs.
Container gardens are an increasingly popular way to add color and beauty to a space – from corporate office parks to backyard landscapes. The ability to group, move, and rearrange containers allows for innovative designs and pairings of plants that may not normally grow together; as well as to easily modify or change the look of the decor. If you are looking to add container gardening to your home or business, one of the most important decisions to make is that of which soil to use.
If you have noticed that parts of your lawn exhibit dead-looking, discolored or thinning patches, frayed grass blades or darkened areas of wet looking or “slimy” grass, you are likely dealing with turf fungus. Fortunately, there are ways you can prevent or reduce turf fungus, as well as to treat it effectively.