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Like the coontie for your landscape? Atala butterflies love it, too

By: Sally Scalera

July 10, 2026, 5:02 a.m. ET The atala butterfly, once thought to be extinct, is making a comeback in Florida.

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Now's the time to weed invasive plants from your Florida landscape

By: Sally Scalera

Invasive plants like Mexican petunia harm local ecosystems. Learn how to spot and remove them from your yard.

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Brevard food lovers, it's 'thyme' to grow herbs. Try these tasty tips

By: Sally Scalera

July 24, 2026, 5:03 a.m. ET If you are not already growing a culinary herb, consider growing one, and if you are growing an herb, consider growing more.

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Boost your fall garden in the heat of summer with these expert ideas

By: Sally Scalera

July 31, 2026, 5:02 a.m. ET Hot temperatures and high humidity are lingering, so dividing your projects and working outside in the early morning and/or late evening is a good idea.

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Want to bring nature's benefits home? Here's how to choose houseplants

By: Sally Scalera

Aug. 7, 2026, 5:06 a.m. ET Houseplants are a wonderful way to bring a little nature into your home. In addition to the aesthetic benefits plants can add to a room, they also offer other benefits.

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Dig into trees, bees, shrubs and more at Brevard master gardener classes

By: Sally Scalera

Aug. 14, 2026, 5:01 a.m. ET Brevard County offers a Master Gardener program for those interested in gardening and community service.

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Want to grow veggies and herbs? Check out Wickham Park Community Garden

By: Sally Scalera

Aug. 21, 2026, 5:06 a.m. ET The Wickham Park Community Garden offers raised beds for residents to grow their own vegetables and herbs.

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Grow your best Florida garden with expert tips to remember in September

By: Sally Scalera

Get your Florida garden ready for fall with these expert tips on planting, fertilizing, and local events.

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Are your Florida palm trees healthy? The fronds can aid in diagnosis

By: Sally Scalera

Sept. 4, 2026, 5:03 a.m. ET Nutritional deficiencies in palms, often seen as yellow or brown fronds, are common.

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Boost your Florida garden and welcome butterflies with these native plants

By: Sally Scalera

We have been experiencing days of rain, followed by periods of sunny, hot and humid weather. If some of your plants aren't doing well this summer, you may want to consider adding some native plants to replace them.