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May 2023

Benefits of Water Gardening, BONSAI, Organic vs Syntheic Fertilizers, POND TOUR- a Pondtastic Experience!

June 2023

Pollinator Week! Tips on Pollinator Gardens, Sloped Yard Solution, Rainly Season Lawn Care, Pond Tour Wrap

July 2023

Rainy Season Issues & Solutions, Drainage, Rain Gauges, Fungus, Hot Container Combo & More

August 2023

Xeriscaping, Landscape Refresh, Heat Loving Container Garden, Cloudy Pond Water fix & Chinch Bugs

September 2023

Paver Design Ideas, Naturally Beautiful Backyard Makeover, Fall Container Garden Florida Style, Soil pH, Pond Care

October 2023

Fall Is Gardening Time! Fall Veggies 101, Pumpkin Spice Container Garden, Fall Turf Care, Proper Koi Feeding

November 2023

Gas vs. Wood Burning Fire Pits, Amazing Swim Pond, Window Box Recipe, Winter Tips for a Healthy Lawn, Fun Koi Facts.

December 2023

Prepare for Cold Weather, Unique Landscape Border Design, Winter White Combo, Brown Patch is Back, & Cold Water Pond Care.

June Container Gardening Recipe 2024

June Container Gardening Recipe 2024

Ignite Your Garden with “Flame Kissed”

A Sizzling Symphony of Summer Blooms!

Introducing the “Flame Kissed” container garden recipe, a vibrant and fiery blend of warm-colored flowers that are perfectly suited for the scorching Florida summer heat. This dazzling combination of Celosia Flamma, Coreopsis Uptick, Coneflower Sombrero Fiesta Orange, Lantana Hot Blooded, and Purslane Pazzaz will bring a burst of color and heat tolerance to any outdoor space. With their brilliant red, yellow, and orange hues, these plants create a stunning display that thrives under the sun’s intense rays.

Whether you’re looking to brighten your patio, porch, or garden, the Flame Kissed container garden is designed to withstand the summer heat while providing a spectacular visual treat.

1. Coreopsis Uptick: Coreopsis Uptick is a compact, hardy perennial with stunning yellow flowers that bloom profusely throughout the summer. It is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, adding beauty and ecological value to your garden.

2. Celosia Flamma: Celosia Flamma, known for its vibrant, flame-like flower spikes, is a heat-loving plant that adds a bold touch to any garden. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for hot, sunny locations.

3. Coneflower Sombrero Fiesta Orange: This variety of coneflower features bright orange petals that radiate warmth and energy. Known for its heat and drought tolerance, Sombrero Fiesta Orange is also a magnet for pollinators like bees and butterflies.

4. Lantana Hot Blooded: Lantana Hot Blooded boasts vibrant red and orange clusters of flowers that bloom continuously throughout the summer. It is a tough, heat-resistant plant that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adding a touch of tropical flair to your container garden.

5. Purslane Pazzaz: Purslane Pazzaz is a trailing plant with succulent leaves and bright, cheerful flowers that spill gracefully over the edges of containers. It loves the heat and can tolerate dry conditions, making it an excellent choice for summer gardens.

 

With this “Flame Kissed” recipe, you’ll enjoy a resilient and radiant garden that stands up to the heat while bringing a vibrant splash of color to your outdoor spaces

 

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Flame Kissed June

Services

  • Landscape Design & Installation
  • Paver Patios, Paver Walkways, Paver Driveways
  • Firepits, Retaining Walls , Seat Walls,
  • Landscape Lighting, Drainage design & Installation,
  • Lawn Care Services, Lawn Maintenance, Lawn Fertilization
  • Lawn Pest Control, Lawn Weed Control
  • Aeration and Top Dressing
  • Water Features, Koi Ponds,
  • Waterfalls, Bubbling Fountains
  • Garden Center & Pond Supply Store

General Services Areas

Jacksonville (Jax), Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Orange Park, St. Johns, Nocatee

Location

GARDEN CENTER
12501 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246

LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS
(not open to the public)
St. Johns Bluff
1057 St. Johns Bluff Rd. N.
Jacksonville, FL 32225

Hours

Monday-Saturday 9-5
Sunday 10-5

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
New Year’s Day • Easter • Memorial Day
July 4th • Labor Day • Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve • Christmas Day

May Container Gardening Recipe 2024

May Container Gardening Recipe 2024

Flutter into May with a

Container Recipe to Celebrate Pollinator Week!

Check out May’s ‘Pollinator Perfect’ container garden recipe. This vibrant mix starts with the eye-catching Rockin® Fuschia Salvia as the thriller, whose vivid purple blooms are a favorite among hummingbirds. Surrounding it, the sunny Gaillardia Spintop Yellow Touch and the richly colored Penta Graffiti Red Velvet serve as delightful fillers that attract a variety of pollinators. Adding a burst of contrasting color, the Lantana Luscious® Royale Red mesmerizes with its clusters of tiny flowers, beloved by butterflies and bees. Essential for any pollinator garden, Fennel provides a nourishing host spot for butterfly larvae, while the trailing Superbells® Strawberry Punch™ Calibrachoa spills over the edges, completing this pollinator paradise with its striking pink and yellow blooms. Together, these plants create a thriving ecosystem and a stunning visual display.

 

  1. Rockin® Fuschia Salvia (Proven Winners): This salvia variant is known for its long bloom time and brilliant deep pink flowers that stand out in any garden setting. Due to its vibrant color and rich nectar, it’s particularly effective at attracting hummingbirds and butterflies.
  2. Gaillardia Spintop Yellow Touch: This plant features bright yellow flowers with a bold red center, making it a standout in the garden. It’s drought-tolerant and blooms generously, providing continuous beauty and support to local pollinators.
  3. Penta Graffiti Red Velvet: Known for its velvet-textured, deep red flowers, this penta is a heat-tolerant plant that thrives in full sun. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies.
  4. Fennel: More than just a culinary herb, fennel is a critical host plant for swallowtail butterflies. Its feathery foliage and aromatic seeds make it an attractive addition to any garden focused on supporting butterfly populations.
  5. Lantana Luscious® Royale Red (Proven Winners): This compact lantana displays clusters of small flowers that change from yellow to red as they mature, offering a kaleidoscope of colors that are irresistible to butterflies and hummingbirds.
  6. Superbells® Strawberry Punch™ Calibrachoa (Proven Winners): This vigorous spiller has stunning pink flowers with a deep red throat. It’s perfect for hanging baskets or as a spilling plant in container gardens, attracting hummingbirds and adding a splash of color.

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Pollinator Perfect 2024 May

Services

  • Landscape Design & Installation
  • Paver Patios, Paver Walkways, Paver Driveways
  • Firepits, Retaining Walls , Seat Walls,
  • Landscape Lighting, Drainage design & Installation,
  • Lawn Care Services, Lawn Maintenance, Lawn Fertilization
  • Lawn Pest Control, Lawn Weed Control
  • Aeration and Top Dressing
  • Water Features, Koi Ponds,
  • Waterfalls, Bubbling Fountains
  • Garden Center & Pond Supply Store

General Services Areas

Jacksonville (Jax), Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Ponte Vedra, Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island, Orange Park, St. Johns, Nocatee

Location

GARDEN CENTER
12501 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246

LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS
(not open to the public)
St. Johns Bluff
1057 St. Johns Bluff Rd. N.
Jacksonville, FL 32225

Hours

Monday-Saturday 9-5
Sunday 10-5

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS
New Year’s Day • Easter • Memorial Day
July 4th • Labor Day • Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve • Christmas Day

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