“An extremely valuable book.”—Florida Times-Union “An indispensable book that covers more than 400 Florida trees and plants.”—Miami Herald "A must-have guide."—South Florida Sun-Sentinel "This [book] has been the standard landscape plant manual in the lower South for nearly 30 years....Everything you need to easily identify and cultivate ornamental plants in Florida and the Gulf region."—Florida … Continue reading Florida Landscape Plants: Native and Exotic, Third Edition
Attracting Birds to South Florida Gardens
Attracting Birds to South Florida Gardens James A. Kushlan and Kirsten Hines Drawing on their many years of creating bird habitats in South Florida, James Kushlan and Kirsten Hines offer practical, ecologically sound advice for creating gardens that will provide fruit, flowers, insects, and shelter for birds throughout the year. Attracting Birds to South Florida … Continue reading Attracting Birds to South Florida Gardens
The Scent of Scandal
SILVER MEDAL WINNER, FLORIDA BOOK AWARDS Releasing today in paperback, The Scent of Scandal: Greed, Betrayal, and the World’s Most Beautiful Orchid unspools like a riveting mystery novel, stranger than anything in Susan Orlean's The Orchid Thief or the film, Adaptation. Discovered in Peru in 2002, the Phragmipedium kovachii quickly became the most sought-after orchid in the … Continue reading The Scent of Scandal
Monumental Dreams: The Life and Sculpture of Ann Norton
"They were two people who didn't seem to fit together. But the shy, determined Ann Weaver and the rich, gregarious Ralph Norton shared one thing - a passionate love of art. . . . A relationship slowly developed, one that was to forever alter the cultural landscape of Palm Beach County. After all, their names … Continue reading Monumental Dreams: The Life and Sculpture of Ann Norton
Crime at Kew: Rare Water Lily Stolen from Gardens
Craig Pittman is an award-winning journalist who writes about environmental issues for Florida's largest newspaper, the Tampa Bay Times. He is the author of Scent of Scandal: Greed, Betrayal, and the World's Most Beautiful Orchid, making him the perfect person to weigh in on the latest botanical scandal, this time across the pond: the theft of an extremely rare water … Continue reading Crime at Kew: Rare Water Lily Stolen from Gardens
Vibrant Southeastern Landscapes Year-Round
Landscaping with Conifers and Ginkgo for the Southeast By Tom Cox and John M. Ruter Pubdate: 4/16/13 This colorful, comprehensive new guide thoroughly lays to rest the misconception that conifers are unsuitable for the South. Presenting multiple varieties of conifers that thrive in the southern climate, as well as numerous ginkgo cultivars, homeowners are provided … Continue reading Vibrant Southeastern Landscapes Year-Round
Green Gardening! Florida Vegetables from Seed to Table
Organic Methods for Vegetable Gardening in Florida By Ginny Stibolt and Melissa Contreras Pubdate: 3/12/13 The farm-to-table movement has gained incredible traction over the last several years as people demand fresher, safer food. At the same time, many of us are actively seeking cost-effective ways to combat rising food costs. What better way to address … Continue reading Green Gardening! Florida Vegetables from Seed to Table
New Books for the New Year
We are excited to announce our first four books of 2013! Click on any title for more information. Your Florida Guide to Shrubs, second edition: Selection, Establishment, and Maintenance by Edward F. Gilman, Robert J. Black, and Sydney Park Brown Pubdate: 1/1/2013 Make a new year’s resolution to revamp your yard with plants that will … Continue reading New Books for the New Year
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