Get your garden in shape by dealing with these hungry interlopers While folks up north are bracing for chilly winds and icy temperatures, the growing season is just beginning in South Florida. For gardeners, that means prepping soil in pots and raised beds and swarming into garden centers to purchase annuals, seeds, vegetables, and herbs.…
Get the whole family outside to see a show unlike any other If you’re like most people, your home is filled with an assortment of tech items. Surely you have a TV, computer, and various other devices. If you have kids, most likely there’s at least one video game system. An average evening in your…
3 no-no backyard bugs you need to know-know As parents, we all want to provide our kids with a great yard, a safe space for them to play and explore. We want them to learn, to absorb the outdoors, and to not be afraid of all of the creepy crawly things they might find. Of…
Find out who’s singing in your yard There are so many great things about South Florida. The weather’s fantastic, the beaches are some of the best in the world, and the local cuisine is unbelievable. And the area is especially good for animal lovers. Whether it’s iguanas, panthers, or manatees, we have quite an…
Find out what some scientists want to do Mosquitos certainly have a bad rap, and in most cases, it is well deserved. After all, they are the deadliest animal – not just insect – in the world, and were responsible for taking about half-a-million lives just in 2015. But the bigger picture is more complicated:…
Time for unforgettable Halloween fun! If you haven’t started planning your Halloween party yet, then it’s time to get really serious, because the clock is winding down. Still trying to think of a few fun ideas for a spooky bash? We’ve got a few cute, creepy, and cool backyard games you can make to celebrate.…
Are these dangerous plants growing in your yard? South Florida can be a scary place to garden. For starters, the seasons do not exactly match with the rest of the country. Just as they’re settling in for a long winter’s nap, we’re planning and planting, sowing and growing. Then, there is the overwhelming selection of…
In a great backyard, there are great autumn activities for everyone Now that autumn has finally arrived, you might find yourself looking for new ways to celebrate the season while enjoying your backyard. And in South Florida, it’s a lot easier than in many areas of the country – we’re lucky enough to experience some…
Officials are making efforts to combat mosquitos, but the virus has spread locally For the first time, Zika has been definitively traced to captured mosquitos in the continental U.S. Following the first cases of the virus that were assessed to have been locally-transmitted in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties at the end of July, officials have…
Let’s review the alternate tactics to combat backyard pests Sitting outside on a deck or patio on a warm day is one of life’s little pleasures. Whether it’s a barbecue, party, or just a relaxing way to spend an evening, it’s an enjoyable experience. That is until the attack comes. Unfortunately, if you spend any…