21 plants that handle Florida heat better than petunias ever could
Florida summers are no joke — the blazing sun, sticky humidity, and sudden downpours can turn a beautiful garden into a wilted mess almost overnight.…
By David Coleman · Apr 7, 2026
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Garden
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Florida
6 Smart Plants To Add To A Florida Garden Before Summer Really Starts
Florida summers are no joke — the heat, humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms can turn a garden into a…
By David Coleman · Apr 5
Florida
11 Florida Garden Favorites That Can Take Heavy Rain And Bounce Back
Florida gardeners know the struggle: one afternoon storm can drop inches of rain in a matter of hours,…
By David Coleman · Apr 4
Florida
9 Flowering Shrubs That Make Florida Front Yards Look Fuller And Brighter
Florida’s warm climate and long sunny seasons make it one of the best places in the country to…
By David Coleman · Apr 4
Florida
7 Fruit Plants Florida Gardeners Can Grow Even In Small Spaces
Growing your own fruit in Florida is easier than you might think, even if you only have a…
By David Coleman · Apr 4
Florida
10 Best Ground Covers For Florida Yards Where Grass Just Gives Up
When Florida heat, salt, and shade gang up on your lawn, you need plants that do not quit.…
By David Coleman · Apr 3
Florida
12 Best Native Florida Plants For A Yard That Needs Less Water
Tired of dragging hoses around and watching your water bill climb every summer? Florida’s native plants are built…
By David Coleman · Apr 3
Garden
10 Perennials That Survive Florida Sun Without Constant Fuss
Gardening in Florida can feel like a battle against blazing heat, humidity, and unpredictable rain. The good news…
By David Coleman · Apr 2
Garden
7 Fast-Growing Privacy Plants For Florida Yards That Fill In Beautifully
Nobody wants to feel like they’re living in a fishbowl, especially in a busy Florida neighborhood. The good…
By David Coleman · Apr 2
Garden
11 Florida Garden Plants That Handle Humidity Better Than You’d Expect
Florida’s sticky, sweltering summers can feel like a challenge for any gardener. The good news is that plenty…
By David Coleman · Apr 2
Garden
10 Best Vegetables To Plant In Spring In Florida Before Temperatures Spike
Spring in Florida is a race against the clock. Once summer heat rolls in, many vegetables struggle to…
By David Coleman · Apr 1
Garden
8 Low-Maintenance Shrubs Florida Homeowners Love For Easy Color
Florida’s sunny weather and warm temperatures make it a paradise for colorful plants, but not every homeowner has…
By David Coleman · Apr 1
Garden
9 Florida Flowers That Keep Blooming Even When The Heat Gets Brutal
Florida summers are no joke. The blazing sun, sticky humidity, and relentless heat can fry most plants before…
By David Coleman · Apr 1
Garden
12 Best Plants To Grow In April In Florida For A Strong Start To The Season
April in Florida is one of the most exciting times to get your hands in the dirt. The…
By David Coleman · Apr 1
Garden
These Are The 7 Best Perennials For Florida Gardens That Can Handle Brutal Sun
Florida summers are no joke — the sun blazes down hard, and most plants just can’t keep up.…
By David Coleman · Apr 1