by annie | Oct 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
After a hurricane, homeowners need to decide what to do with storm-damaged trees. Although damaged trees may seem to be dying, some trees can be restored, others will need to be removed, and still others will not require any special treatment and can be left alone....
by annie | Oct 23, 2024 | Uncategorized
Florida’s tropical climate is prone to hurricanes, and after a storm, your landscape can suffer significant damage—especially Hurricane Helen and two weeks later, Hurricane Milton. Knowing how to care for your plants after a hurricane is crucial for helping them...
by annie | Sep 7, 2024 | Uncategorized
South Florida, with its beautiful coastlines and balmy climate, offers an ideal environment for gardeners who love lush landscapes. However, the salty air and occasional sea spray can pose challenges for many plants. Fortunately, there are a variety of salt-tolerant...
by annie | Aug 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Florida’s unique climate presents both opportunities and challenges for gardeners and homeowners. With its hot, humid summers and mild winters, water management becomes crucial for maintaining healthy landscapes without wasting precious resources. Here are some...
by annie | May 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
Have you asked the question, why should you do ground cover instead of sod? One great reason is it is “low maintenance”, sod can require a lot of maintenance, constant watering, and fertilizer as well as pesticide. There are (2) types of turfgrass we use the most in...
by annie | Apr 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
There are 9 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principles which help both landowners and nature alike? We at Tending to His Garden, aim to provide our friends and fellow Florida residents with information beneficial to landscaping and nature. Today we’re going to tackle a...
by annie | Jun 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Similar to all living things, plants will be able to get by without food for much longer than they can without water. In truth, 80%-95% of a plant is made up of water. Plants need care and attention and the manner of how and when you water them actually makes a...
by annie | May 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
If you are confused about what type of landscape/design you want then this article for you. We are going to talk about the different types of landscape and designs to help you choose which one is ideal for you. Let’s start! Formal Landscape A formal landscape...
by annie | May 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Florida has an ideal climate for gardening. Unfortunately, this weather provides good conditions for insects to thrive. Many different insects attack our gardens & landscapes, making it difficult to predict which pests are causing the problems. There are also...
by annie | Apr 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
Fertilizers can be excellent for improving the quality of your landscape; however, when it ends up in the water supply, it is not so great for water quality. As a result, many Florida counties have implemented fertilizer bans, which prohibit the application of any...
by annie | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
With the advent of COVID, we have experienced a lot of challenges and difficulties. Landscape design has been one of the best solutions for some people because they mostly spend time indoors. Relaxing in your garden, seeing the beauty of flowers, trees, birds and...
by annie | Feb 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Planting seems easy but there are some elements to it that we tend to miss. Now that spring is almost here, we at Tending To His Garden are here to provide you with our Spring Planting Guide to be better prepared for this planting season. While some of the...
by annie | Feb 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
The demand for landscaping design has been rising, especially during the pandemic as it will transform your garden to a beautiful location where you will be able to unwind, contemplate and ultimately— relax. However, only a few landscaping companies will provide you...
by annie | Aug 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Coreopsis – Florida’s State Wildflower Native plants are conditioned to our local climate and soil conditions where they naturally occur. These important plant species provide nectar, pollen, and seeds that serve as food for native butterflies, insects,...
by annie | Jul 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
Must have plants if you want Butterflies Milkweed is a lovely wildflower and the sole host plant for Monarch butterfly caterpillars and Queens Gulf Fritillary Caterpillar | Gulf Fritillary Butterfly Passion Flower Vine is the host plant for the Gulf Fritillary and...
by annie | Jul 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
I am passionate about our environment and want to help you have a beautifully landscaped yard while being conscious of the world around you.. here are a few good practices to implement in your planning. (powderpuff tree.. not a native, (Bolivia) but Florida...
