Serviceberry (Amelanchier) provides edible fruits for humans and birds and nectar for pollinators. For reference, it flowers between April and May. The fruits mature later during summer—usually in July. But …
We all know that pollination is essential to plants, and plum trees are no exception. Pollination helps plum trees produce fruits and, thus, seeds that are important to creating another …
Most of the days in Florida are sunny and humid. The weather starts getting warm in spring. Summer is long, starting in May and lasting through September. These days are …
If you want to plant a shade tree in your garden, you should consider getting a nut tree. Despite what you may be thinking, nut trees are not only suitable to …
If you are looking for ways to increase the aesthetic appeal of your yard, you must consider planting a tree. While many cold-hardy trees will survive through zone 4 climates, …
We often associate magnolia trees with the warm temperatures of the Southern states. But while that might be true, magnolias are not limited to Florida. If you like flowering plants, …
You usually won’t see ‘evergreen magnolia’ and ‘zone 6’ in the same sentence, partly because they can’t tolerate freezing temperatures. However, is it possible to plant evergreen Magnolia in USDA …
Growing palm trees in USDA zone 6 can prove to be a challenge since palm trees love tropical climates. Winter temperatures in the region can dip to zero, and sometimes …
Florida has a unique climate that resembles that of tropical to subtropical regions. It is perfect for growing most plants, especially those that thrive in warmth and humidity. But, do …
If you didn’t know that, every food chain beings with a producer. With that mindset, plants are producers. Indeed, they make their food through photosynthesis and don’t need to hunt …