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...
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Land Conservation in Florida: Protecting Native Plants and Habitats
Land Conservation in Florida: Protecting Native Plants and Habitats Florida is a unique state with a wide variety of native plants and habitats that need to be protected. Land conservation is an important step in preserving the biodiversity of Florida and its native...
Satinleaf, Chrysophyllum oliviforme
Satinleaf Chrysophyllum oliviforme Satinleaf, Satin Leaf Satinleaf is a beautiful, medium sized South Florida tree graced by its interesting, two-tone foliage. The glossy green top side of the leaf contrasts nicely with the silky brown underside. The slower growth...
Dive into Natives: Grasses
Grasses offer unique, soft textures into the landscape to break up the stiff foliage of shrubs and other plants in the landscape. Not only do they pair well in groupings with wildflowers, but they offer unique benefits to wildlife in the...