Ever wonder about the origins of the cornucopia that graces some of our tables during the Thanksgiving season? Although we who celebrate the season may assume that its origins are more current, this horn of plenty, as it is also called, has its roots in Greek mythology and elsewhere. One take ...
Galway is a 1 to 3-year-old male. He is a big dog with an even bigger heart, and he's got so much love to give. He will admit, he still needs some training, but with the right guidance, he knows he can be the best companion ever. If you’ve got room in your heart and home, and you’re up ...
For the past two years, I have written about hurricane recovery; the first time shortly after Ian devastated our area in September 2022, and then last year as a reflection on the lingering effects in our gardens after Ian’s rampage. This year we have endured the effects of three hurricanes: ...
If you live on property that was soaked in storm surge, you may be searching for some more salt tolerant plants to replace those that turned black. How does salt hurt plants? It actually dries the roots! When plants are flooded by salt water, their roots have less salt in them than the ...
Lung cancer kills more men and women each year in the United States than any other cancer. To lessen your risk of getting the disease, taking steps to quit any nicotine habit will make an impact. With so many new products available, it’s important to know the risks associated with smoking, ...
Regardless of where Hurricane Milton makes landfall on Florida’s west coast, the storm will bring dangerous winds, torrential downpours and storm surge to Southwest Florida, along with the threat of tornadoes. Residents and property owners are all wondering if their roofs will withstand ...
Salvia coccinea is one of a number of native wildflowers that grace Southwest Florida landscapes. It is an easy-going, adaptable plant, able to grow in almost any well-draining, acidic to slightly alkaline, soil. Also known as Tropical Sage or Scarlet Sage, and a number of other common names, ...
Southwest Florida is diversifying, and that’s especially important in medical settings. Patients want to feel comfortable with their health care providers, and sometimes that means speaking in a language other than English. Communication is incredibly important in diagnosing and treating ...
“Dine with purpose.” It’s the motto of Southwest Florida’s premier culinary event of the year, and a call to action for folks near and far to try something new for the benefit of local children. Sizzle Dining, now a three-week-long dining extravaganza in September that features a ...
Gardening doesn’t have to be confined to ground level plantings; hanging baskets can serve to move your eyes upward and to extend color and texture throughout your landscape. In addition, hanging baskets are ideal for gardeners who live in apartments or condos with limited gardening spaces. ...
