What’s Growing on My Florida Trees? All About the Ball Moss Air Plant

The Ball Moss Air Plant, a member of the bromeliad family, resembles moss but is not true moss. It grows on trees, absorbing moisture and nutrients through its leaves without harming them. Florida hosts about sixteen native air plant species, but some are endangered due to habitat loss. They thrive in humid, coastal environments.

What is this White Crust on My Gardyn?

If you have a Gardyn system and suddenly notice a chalky, crusty white buildup on the yPods, tower, or around the water holes, you’re not alone. That mysterious white crust on your Gardyn can look alarming at first, especially when you’ve worked hard to keep your indoor garden clean and productive. The good news is that it’s usually harmless and easy to manage.

What to Do After a Freeze: A North Florida Guide to Tropical Plant Recovery

After a winter freeze, patience is essential for recovering tropical plants in North Florida. Despite their sad appearance, damaged foliage protects healthy tissue. Key advice includes leaving plants undisturbed until spring, as many can revive. Careful pruning, delayed until new growth appears, can aid in recovery, ensuring a resilient garden.

Eating Black Viola Flowers: Growing and Cooking with this Dark Beauty

I've started giving edible flowers a try in my Gardyn hydroponic stand, and my Black Viola flowers are now blooming, and they are delicious! Read on to learn about these beautiful black flowers, with tips on growing and using them in cooking. Closeup of Black Viola Flower What Is a Black Viola Flower? The Black … Continue reading Eating Black Viola Flowers: Growing and Cooking with this Dark Beauty

What Are Bagworms? The Tiny Hitchhikers You Don’t Want in Your Florida Yard

Yesterday I spotted a strange little cocoon hanging from a leaf, and saw it start wiggling. Then a little worm popped out of the top and went back in. I had just seen my first bagworm! At first glance, these mini mummies seem harmless, but inside that tiny, camouflaged case is a voracious caterpillar just … Continue reading What Are Bagworms? The Tiny Hitchhikers You Don’t Want in Your Florida Yard