Often Untended but Always Colorful

With spring barely out of the starting gate, all kinds of plants are sprouting and producing blooms. Even winter’s last gasp of low temperatures only slightly slows the progress. Much like an Easter egg hunt, a search of the landscape can bring multiple surprises. Two colorful plants, spiderwort and rustweed, which are growing in north…Read more

Not Your Grandmother’s Potted Plant

Subtlety is an often-overlooked skill. It relies on the holder’s ability to be notices without overtly seeking attention to garish traits or actions.  In the wilds of the southeast’s spring season bloom there are species which add color to the environment without the clashing brilliance of high maintenance landscape shrubs. One of these muted bright…Read more

Pretty in Pink and Other Colors Too

There is something to be said for being a longtime native resident. While it does somewhat limit ones perception from a global perspective, it does encourage focus on perfecting the traits and qualities which are applicable to a specific environment. The unique, and very pleasant, environment of north Florida is an excellent example of near…Read more