From the garden
The Living Spaces Gardening blog
Honest, practical writing on Florida native plants, garden design, and the wildlife they support. Written by Kiamesha Wray, a Florida Master Naturalist, for real Tampa Bay yards.
Native plants
What smells keep roof rats away in Florida yards?
The viral rat-repelling herb lists are full of imports like rosemary and mint. Florida grew its own strong-scented plants, and ours also feed the wildlife that actually hunts rats.
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Plant quiz
Which Florida native plant are you?
Three quick questions match you with Firebush, Coontie, American Beautyberry, or Muhly Grass. All four grow beautifully in Tampa Bay yards.
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