The Florida Gardener

We had a gardener in North Florida reach out. Mike shares his trouble with vinca flowers and asks us for a potted alternative that will provide color under his tree which receives afternoon sun. Have your own question for the show? Write in to us. EPISODE RESOURCES Flowering Succulents: Desert Rose (Adenium obesum) Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) Neoregelia Bromeliads Neo 'Martin', Neo 'Cosmos',...

You don't need a bird feeder or a massive back yard to attract a ton of different birds to your Florida garden. In today's episode we discuss how to design and create a bird friendly garden - even in the tiniest of spaces. FLOWERS Red Tropical Sage (Salvia coccinea) Spanish Needles (Bidens Alba) Tickseed (Coreopsis) Blanketflower (Gaillardia pulchella) Wild Poinsettia (Euphorbia cyathophor...

We had a listener write in with the following question: Can you talk about plants that are frost tolerant. With climate change, I fear colder than normal weather is going to be the norm. I live in Vero Beach Florida and I'm going to lose all my hibiscus to the recent frost. LET'S CONNECT Subscribe to the Newsletter, Submit a Gardening Question, Shop my Garden: RootsRedefined.com COLD HARDY...

I brought a Moth Orchid home. Now what? Orchids are a huge diverse family of plants. Learn how to care for your grocery store orchid while also gaining a deeper understanding of the family Orchidaceae as a whole. ORCHIDS DISCUSSED TODAY ​Phalaenopsis Aka Moth Orchid (most common) ​Dendrobiums - My favorite genus! Easy to source. ​Terrestrial / Ground Orchids - Behave more like "normal" plants. Two...

We had a listener in SW Florida write in with a couple questions. "I'm struggling to find reliable sources of gardening advice. I'm getting lots of suggestions of things to try, but the advice is not consistent, and I end up mostly confused...do you have any suggestions on the best sources for local gardening advice?" "Also, I'm going to be away for several months and wo...

I’ve had a few folks reach out inquiring about how I started my gardening business - some of you are even interested in starting your own!  So, I decided to dedicate an entire episode to this. I hope you enjoy. SAY HI, SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER & SHOP MY GARDEN: RootsRedefined.com EPISODE RESOURCES: Courses & Certifications: FNGLA, UF Audio Books: David Goggin’s “Can’t Hurt Me” Minimalism “L...

This is a new segment where listeners can write in with garden and houseplant questions. Today's patient is a 30-year old houseplant (ficus elastica). Unfortunately, this little lady is not doing well and her parents are worried about her decline in health. Let's see if we can help! Shop My Garden (& support the show): RootsRedefined.com > Amazon Garden Collection Have a question for the show? Sub...

Ready for your 5 minutes of fame? Send in your garden and house plant questions!  Potted, in ground, cut flower, dish garden. If it relates to Florida gardening or interior plants I would love to try and help. No question is dumb or silly - if it's on your mind let us know. Write in to the show and I’ll answer your question on a future episode. Submit your question one of two ways: 1. Email: r...

We are back for Part 2! If you want to keep the conversation going, I encourage you to connect with Bailey. He’s planning a  third trip to Florida, this winter. If you have a neat spot he should check out whether it’s a botanical garden, a hidden gem in Florida that no one knows about, a neat plant you’re growing at home, or even a cool skate or surf spot.  He is very interested in all things the...

I couldn’t be more excited to share that we had our very first guest on the Florida Gardener Podcast! Bailey is head gardener at an 19th century estate in Dorset, England. We got to talking because believe it or not, Bailey is a listener of the Florida Gardener Podcast and he has visited Florida a few times now. My love and appreciation for British gardening runs deep. So, when Bailey was kind of...

Always consult with your HOA prior to make any changes to your landscape. I do not provide legal advice. This episode is for entertainment purposes only. 🌼 Let’s Connect: RootsRedefined.com

Host plants discussed: ​dutchman’s pipevine (Aristolochia tomentosa or Aristolochia macrophylla) Host plant for Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly and Polydamas Swallowtail Butterfly do not plant Aristolochia gigantea for a butterfly garden. it can be toxic to larvae. ​purple passionflower vine (Passiflora incarnata), Yellow passionflower (Passiflora lutea) and Corkystem passionflower (Passiflora sube...

How do wildflowers manage to bloom on roadsides? How does an oak canopy spread out 100ft in the undisturbed depths of the quiet woods? How did Florida's native american tribes successfully grow and harvest seminole pumpkins for hundreds of years? How on earth do plants survive without us and the modern day sprinkler and drip system? Thus far, this was my favorite episode to create. I hope you enjo...

Today is all about transporting yourself to seaside serenity by creating your very own coastal landscape! Groundcovers & Flowers 1. Blue Daze (Evolvulus), Salt Tolerance: High 2. Oyster Plant (Tradescantia spathacea), Salt Tolerance: Moderate to High 3. Beach Sunflower (Helianthus debilis), Salt Tolerance: High 4. Society Garlic (Tulbaghia violacea), Salt Tolerance: Moderate 5. Lantana (Lantan...

The warmer weather can increase pest pressure in our gardens. But something we don’t talk about often enough is how it can also increase the amount of beneficial predatory insects that visit our yards. Today we are going to discuss my favorite predatory insects and how you can increase their populations in your own space. Sign up for my FREE Newsletter , Download Garden Plans, Book a Consult: root...

Vines are so versatile - whether you want to make a statement in a large planter, fill a hanging basket by the front door, maximize impact in a small space with vertical interest, or maybe its a little privacy you crave...No matter your goal or vision there is a vine for that! VINES DISCUSSED Leaners: 1. Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.) FYI many types of bougainvillea - not all are trained as vi...

Opening up and sharing it all...Roots is headed into its fourth year! It's been a wild ride, and I have a ton to share about the gardening business. This episode is going to be a combination of helpful tips for you in the garden and interesting insights into the plant & floral industry – sorta like pulling the curtain back on some things you may not have been aware of. This is Part 2 of 2....

Today we are spillin' the tea. Roots is headed into its fourth year! It's been a wild ride, and I have a ton to share about the gardening business. This episode is going to be a combination of helpful tips for you in the garden and interesting insights into the plant & floral industry – sorta like pulling the curtain back on some things you may not have been aware of. This is Part 1 of...

Transform your bland yard into the magical garden of your dreams. Have you ever left a botanical garden thinking "Wow, that was incredible!" Here's the secret. Any well-designed garden, private or public, is multi-sensory. Today we are going to challenge the way you view your outdoor space and before long you'll be thinking and designing like a pro. VISIT OUR WEBSITE 💻 rootsredefined.com DOWNLOAD...

Floridians! We are headed into the BEST time to garden. So put on a cozy flannel and brew a cup of tea because today we are discussing some of my favorite plants for the fall and winter months. Plants discussed on today's episode: 1. Cranberry Hibiscus (Hibiscus acetosella) 2. Zinnias 3. Muhly Grass 4.Tropical Hydrangeas (Dombeya Seminole OR Burgessiae Seminole) 5. Blazing Star (Liatris) Bonus Pla...

For those of us who lean more toward the creepy and mysterious rather than the pretty and perky this episode is for you! We are going to discuss my favorite dark and moody foliage plants and also some hardscape tips to create the perfect Victorian Era Gothic Garden. Schedule a Plant Consult! (Onsite and Virtual options available)🍃 Download Garden Plans on Etsy (rootsredefined.etsy.com)💻 rootsred...

Today is all about growing and harvesting your own food year-round in the sunshine state. YES, you heard me right. You can grow veg and fruit even in the hottest most humid months of the year and despite what you may think - it doesn’t have to be difficult.  🍃 Download Garden Plans on Etsy (rootsredefined.etsy.com)💻 rootsredefined.com IG@roots.redefined | FB@roots.redefined.fb | TikTok@roots.red...

Today is all about the interesting and colorful plants you can decorate shady areas of your landscape with. Whether you have a large tree that casts shade, a north facing bed, or a covered patio or balcony, these plants thrive in low light conditions both in ground and in a pot! 🍃 Download Garden Plans on Etsy (rootsredefined.etsy.com)💻 rootsredefined.com IG@roots.redefined | FB@roots.redefined....

Create the Cut Flower Garden of your dreams! Yes, even us Floridians can enjoy fresh cut flowers during the hottest parts of the year. Whether you have a yard or just a few balcony containers you can enjoy harvesting your own flowers. So, what are you waiting for? Let's create a mini flower farm!🍃 Purchase Seeds & Download Garden Plans on Etsy (rootsredefined.etsy.com)💻 rootsredefined.com IG...

Over the last few years, I have made it my mission to "rewild" my yard - transforming my outdoor space into a wildlife habitat. Today is all about attracting pollinators to the Florida garden. We will be focusing primarily on butterflies however bees, hummingbirds and other pollinators will be discussed, too. Because butterfly gardening is actually just wildlife gardening and when you garden for w...