Florida Gardening

Melaleuca quinquenervia, commonly known as the punk, or paperbark tree, has been wreaking havoc on South Florida's delicate ecosystems for over 50 years. Now this aggressive Australian import is being converted into a mulch that will hopefully one day replace cypress in popularity.

Jan 31, 2000 - Julie Finn

Florida's number one choice in mulch--Cypress--is bad for the environment and for us.

Dec 1, 1999 - Julie Finn

A cottage garden without a strong focal point is like Bogart without Bacall, the Mona Lisa without her smile, or Florida without its Crackers.

Oct 26, 1999 - Julie Finn

It is possible to have a cottage-style garden in Florida. Learn what constitutes this style in the first part of a three-part series.

Oct 5, 1999 - Julie Finn

Yep. Just when you thought you'd seen it all...

Sep 25, 1999 - Julie Finn

Part II contains information regarding the toxicity of Gloriosa tubers, hints on propagation, a discussion of nomenclature, and sources for these great plants.

Aug 31, 1999 - Julie Finn

of Gloriosa superba, a spectacular flowering plant that actually enjoys our summers, is pest free, fast-growing, self-cleaning, and is hardy in zones 8 through 11.

Aug 29, 1999 - Julie Finn

After a long, hot haul home from work, what could be more welcoming than a plant that unfurls its beauty after 3 p.m.?

Jul 29, 1999 - Julie Finn

Invite this intoxicatingly fragrant shrub to your next party

Jul 13, 1999 - Julie Finn

Explore the history and fall victim to the charm of these quintessential Pass-Along Plants

Jun 29, 1999 - Julie Finn

Floridians can incorporate this exceptional color in their gardens with the addition of a subtropical vine and a Mexican salvia.

Jun 15, 1999 - Julie Finn

Flowering vines offer brilliant displays of seasonal color

Jun 3, 1999 - Julie Finn

Vines for connoisseurs

May 11, 1999 - Julie Finn

Vines are an essential element in Florida gardens. Find out which ones you should grow and why.

Apr 27, 1999 - Julie Finn

A look at Sempervivums, or Live-Forevers.

Apr 13, 1999 - Julie Finn

A brief survey of Aeoniums.

Mar 30, 1999 - Julie Finn

A look at Echeverias, or hens and chickens.

Mar 23, 1999 - Julie Finn

Succulents offer an exciting array of choices for Florida gardens.

Feb 22, 1999 - Julie Finn

An introduction to Suite 101's new Florida Gardening site.

Jan 30, 1999 - Julie Finn