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...
The monarch butterfly is one of the most well-known and recognized. But did you know they are becoming extinct? Learn how you can help save the monarch butterfly. https://www.wilcoxnursery.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Monarch-Butterflies.mp4?_=1
The incredible Monarch butterfly is well known for undertaking long-distance journeys of 1500 miles or more. It’s an amazing feat considering its tiny body size and light weight. Now consider the fact that it undertakes this migration twice in its lifetime; first in...
Let's preserve Florida native and Florida friendly plants. Here are a few reasons:
Using aeroponics and our specially formulated Tower Tonic plant food you can grow almost any vegetable, herb, or flower—and many fruits—in less time than it takes in soil. And recent studies have shown Tower Garden to generate up to 30% more produce compared to...
Walter's viburnum (Viburnum obovatum) is a Florida native that can be grown either as a small tree or as a shrub. It stays evergreen in more mild climates, such as Florida. Though this plant can reach heights of up to 30 feet, it more commonly grows to six to 15 feet...
The slow-growing Native American Holly may reach up to 30 feet with a diameter of 12 inches. Its round shiny red berries are attractive to people and provide food for songbirds. This lovely tree, with medium-green foliage, is tolerant of urban conditions, salt and...
