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.
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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.
Planting Water Lily Tubers from Amazon: My Experience
Ordering and planting water lily rhizomes (or tubers) off Amazon, or anywhere online, is tough because it's not like you can return them months later if you got a dud. Luckily, my water lily experience was a positive one, so I'm sharing where I ordered mine, and how I planted it.
Should You Water Plants Before a Freeze?
As temperatures drop, gardeners often worry about how to protect their plants from freezing conditions. One common question is whether you should water your plants before a freeze and if that will help protect them. The short answer is yes—proper watering can actually help insulate plant roots and increase their chances of survival. However, timing … Continue reading Should You Water Plants Before a Freeze?
How to Make Sure Your Bird of Paradise Blooms
Bird of paradise plants (Strelitzia reginae) are popular all over Florida and we've always had them in our yard. I noticed some of them rarely bloom, while others pop up and surprise me. I learned there are certain conditions you can set to make sure your Bird of Paradise plant blooms regularly. This particular one … Continue reading How to Make Sure Your Bird of Paradise Blooms