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Principle 7: Recycle Yard Waste – Give Back to Your Florida Garden

Principle 7: Recycle Yard Waste – Give Back to Your Florida Garden

by Troy's Tropics | Mar 6, 2025 | Growing & Planting, Organic Gardening

Creating a sustainable landscape goes beyond plant selection and watering practices; it’s also about how you handle yard waste. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principle of recycling yard waste encourages homeowners to turn organic debris into valuable resources for...
Principle 6: Manage Yard Pests Responsibly – Keep Your Garden Healthy, Naturally

Principle 6: Manage Yard Pests Responsibly – Keep Your Garden Healthy, Naturally

by Troy's Tropics | Feb 26, 2025 | Growing & Planting, Organic Gardening

In a Florida garden, pest management can be tricky. Using chemical pesticides might seem like a quick fix, but they can harm beneficial insects, wildlife, and even humans. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principle of managing yard pests responsibly emphasizes...
Principle 1: Right Plant, Right Place – The Foundation of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™

Principle 1: Right Plant, Right Place – The Foundation of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™

by Troy's Tropics | Jan 22, 2025 | Growing & Planting, Organic Gardening, Sarasota Winter Gardening

Creating a beautiful and sustainable landscape in Florida starts with the first principle of  Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ (FFL): choosing the right plant for the right place. This foundational step ensures your garden thrives with minimal maintenance, conserves...
A Sarasota Gardener’s Seasonal Planting Guide: What to Plant and When

A Sarasota Gardener’s Seasonal Planting Guide: What to Plant and When

by Troy's Tropics | Oct 4, 2023 | All those Flowers, Gardening for Health, Growing & Planting, Organic Gardening

As the seasons change in Sarasota, so do the opportunities for cultivating a vibrant and thriving garden. If you’ve ever wondered what to plant this season in Sarasota, you’re in luck! At Troy’s Tropics, our expert team has curated a comprehensive...
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