Landscaping with larval host wildflowers and ground covers in Florida is an excellent way to support local ecosystems and promote biodiversity, especially for butterflies, moths, and other pollinators. Many butterflies and moths lay their eggs on specific host plants,...
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Sally McConnell Project
Landscape Designer - Bruce Turley Location - St. Petersburg (but it is in the Madeira Beach / Seminole area) Sally wanted to eliminate lawn and existing and extensive non-native plantings and trees and attract a range of wildlife from pollinators including...
Planting Shade Trees To Cool Your Home And Save Energy
With longer days and harsh sunlight in the summer, the air conditioning systems in our home have to work harder to keep the interiors comfortable. But did you know that proper landscaping design with the right shade tree choices can keep your home cooler and reduce...
How To Develop A Florida Native Landscape Design
Native landscaping as a sustainable practice provides for lower maintenance with reduced inputs such as pruning, fertilizer, water, and pesticide use. It may be as easy as replacing high input lawn areas or shifting your mindset to attract, conserve and sustain...