“Be the solution, not the pollution.” -- Abhijit Naskar Florida receives a considerable amount of annual rainfall, especially during the summer. The stormwater can remain and soak in where it falls, evaporate or wash away. This latter occurrence is known as stormwater runoff. Why should we ...
As Florida’s population continues to grow, open/green space continues to be supplanted by increased residential and commercial development and their associated infrastructures. One of the negative impacts of this rapid development has been and continues to be the destruction of the natural ...
If you lived in a northern climate prior to moving to Southwest Florida as I did, you no doubt have an appreciation for how quickly plants grow in our sub-tropical conditions. While it is quite rewarding to see your gardening efforts prosper so easily, the ease with which some plants grow can ...
Jo is an under 6-month-old female. She is the perfect little lap dog, weighing in at about 10 pounds. At under 6 months old, she is still a puppy with lots of energy and playfulness. Jo is eager to learn the house rules and become the best companion ever. Yang is a 1 to 3-year-old male. He ...
Rockford is a 5 to 7-year-old male. He is a bundle of joy and energy, always ready to play and have a blast. He loves making sure everyone around him has as much fun as he does. Meeting new people and making friends is something Rock-ford thrives on, and he will do his best to win you over ...
When it comes to tackling weeds in your garden, you may be tempted to surf the Internet for household remedies. What you will find are numerous online recommendations to tackle unwanted weedy guests, with three of the most popular ones being vinegar, salt and boiling water. The question is: How ...
Our Florida native shrubs can be welcome additions to any landscape. Not only do they provide shelter, food and nesting sites for many of our wild friends, they also help reduce soil erosion and contribute to added curb appeal. Take the ever-sturdy Cocoplum, also known as Chrysobalanus ...
I’m sure you are familiar with the wisdom of the old saying “the right tool for the job.” Over the years, I have found that this is especially true in the garden, as I have purchased, and subsequently discarded, a number of hand tools! Based on more than 60 years of active gardening, ...
Jingle (Buster) is a 3 to 5-year-old male. He absolutely adores people and thrives on making new friends wherever he goes. Whether it's a wag of his tail or a gentle nuzzle, he is always eager to spread some canine cheer. Now, here's the thing -- he may be a large breed dog, but don't let ...
Southwest Florida is known for its beautiful coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. Many people live here to enjoy the water and the weather, which is ideal for most of the year to enjoy a nice swim, boat trip or other water activity. Being vigilant about water safety and drowning prevention will ...
