Preparing for the Freeze

A big winter chill is heading our way, and I'm worried about our plants! Last year we were gone when a bad freeze came through that lasted three days, and we lost a lot of plants. Read on for tips on how to prepare your plants for a freeze, and ways to help them come … Continue reading Preparing for the Freeze

Attack of the Papaya Hornworms

One day my papaya tree was fine, and the next it was infested with giant brown and green caterpillars with voracious appetites. We found at least 50 Papaya Hornworms and had to hand pick them off the tree. Some of them did not want to leave! What is a Papaya Hornworn? Papaya Hornworms, also known … Continue reading Attack of the Papaya Hornworms

Brick House Roses Are Mighty Mighty

Sean brought home some Brick House roses for the garden and I can’t help but sing the Commodores song She’s a Brick House every time I look at them now. The picture looks a lot prettier than the flowers that are on the plant right now, but I’m sure they’ll improve once they settle in. … Continue reading Brick House Roses Are Mighty Mighty

Cultivating Elegance: Planting and Caring for Calla Lilies

I try and pick up a new plant every other grocery trip and on my last Publix run I took home a beautiful potted pink Calla lily. I've been trying to add more flowers and color to our yard, and Calla lilies are known to spread. They're even considered invasive in some areas. I honestly … Continue reading Cultivating Elegance: Planting and Caring for Calla Lilies