When living in Florida, one of the best ways to help the environment while also protecting your property from storm damage is to plant native trees. Florida’s native trees are naturally adapted to the climate and can often withstand hurricane-force winds better than...
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Caterpillar Connoisseurs: The Role of Caterpillars For Birds
Wilcox Nursery has spent 2023 focusing on the role of caterpillars in our ecosystem. Much of our focus has been on why and how you can attract butterflies and moths to your garden using native plants. One of the most visible ecological impacts of caterpillars is as a...

Coastal Resilience: Embracing Florida’s Salt-Tolerant Plants
Living on the coast of Florida offers numerous advantages, from breathtaking ocean views to a mild climate. However, coastal living also comes with its fair share of challenges, particularly when it comes to weathering hurricanes and tropical storms. To enhance...

Embracing the Quiet Beauty of Winter Dormancy: Florida Native Plants That Rest
As winter gently sweeps into the Sunshine State, you might assume that Florida's vibrant landscapes would lose their luster. However, nature has a surprise in store. Many of Florida's native plants gracefully enter a state of winter dormancy, revealing a different...