Spring has sprung, and my Florida backyard is undergoing a remarkable transformation. New life is bursting forth from the soil, including an amaryllis bulb that I thought had bitten the dust two years ago. To my surprise, it has resurfaced, sending up a tall green stem with a promising pod at its tip. Eager to…
Spring brings abundant pickings in my backyard Florida gardens. I’ve got cucumbers, tomatoes, corn, spinach, lettuce, eggplant, and cauliflower flourishing. Everything was seeded back in January. There’s no greater feeling of accomplishment than growing your own food. I’m no expert, just an ordinary guy willing to get some soil under my fingernails.
As the seasons transitioned from the scorching heat of summer to the milder embrace of fall, a remarkable transformation is taking place in my Florida backyard. The stars of this autumn spectacle are the vibrant Pagoda plants, with their exotic blooms bringing an unexpected burst of tropical color to the landscape. These fascinating flora, scientifically…
