October Newsletter
FREE GARDEN WATER Here's How: Rain barrels turn Florida's frequent summer storms into a free water source. They can reduce erosion, and support healthier plants especially in sandy soils common…
Mistakes Homeowners Make When Laying Sod
A fresh lawn can change the entire look of a home almost overnight. Bare dirt, patchy grass, and worn-out areas suddenly become a thick green lawn that makes the yard…
How to Prepare Your Garden for Storms
Storm season in Florida can change the mood of a garden pretty quickly. One afternoon, everything is standing tall in the sunshine. A day later, the forecast is calling for…
How Much Sod Do I Need? Getting Your Order Right the First Time
A yard has a funny way of looking smaller until you start measuring every square foot of it. That strip beside the driveway seems tiny. The patch behind the lanai…
Deep Watering vs. Frequent Misting: What’s the Difference?
A lawn can be wet and still be thirsty. Run a sprinkler or mister for a few minutes and the grass blades may glisten, the surface may darken, and everything…
September Newsletter
Before the next round of Florida weather rolls in, take a walk through your garden and look at each plant with three things in mind: Is it native or Florida-friendly?…
What Is Perennial Peanut and Why Is It Used in Florida Landscapes?
A Florida yard does not have to be wall-to-wall grass to look green, finished, and inviting. In fact, some of the most interesting landscapes around the state mix traditional turf…
August Newsletter
Council Growers - Four Generations of FarmingFeature plants that look great even in brutal August heat. Heat-Tolerant Plants That Thrive in RuskinFlorida's August heat can be unforgiving, but that doesn't mean…
July Newsletter
Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with Growing SavingsJoin us July 1–11 for a special nursery promotion at Council Growers Sod & Garden Center.For every $76 you spend, you'll receive a $17 voucher to use on a…
Florida Fruit Tree Planting Tips for Beginners
June is well underway in Florida, and if you have been keeping up with your garden, you already know the vegetable season is winding down. The heat and humidity that…