Good gardening soil is universally recognized as a loose mix of air, water, minerals, and organic matter including humus, roots, and organisms. Of the 18 essential elements for plant growth and development nine are called macronutrients with the most common being...
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Proper Palm Pruning
Proper palm pruning beautifies these stately specimens in the landscape and protects them from stress from poor care and environmental pressure.Benefits of Proper Palm Pruning Include:• Preserving the health of the palm.• Improving their appearance.• Eliminating...
Houseplant Lover Photo Contest 2022
Here are the photo entries for the houseplant lover photo social media contest that began on February 1 for Facebook and Instagram. Contest requirements were, “Lovers of houseplants upload your best houseplant photos in the comment section for a chance to win...
Koi Handling Tips for Beginners
Earth Works offers these koi handling tips for beginners interested in protecting the health of one of the most popular fish available for ponds and water gardens. Introduction: What is a Koi Fish? Koi fish are a type of ornamental carp bred primarily for their...
10 Step Pond Clean-Out Process
We recommend this 10 step pond clean-out process for those who want to do it themselves rather than use our clean-out services. Checklist of Materials for your Pond Clean-Out -Kiddie pool (or similar, large container to hold sufficient water to accommodate fish, water...
Florida Arbor Day Activities In Northeast Florida
Northeast Florida has a strong tradition of celebrating Florida Arbor Day, which was established in 1886 only one year after Sterling Morton established the first Arbor Day in Nebraska. Florida Arbor Day is fairly easy to remember coming on the third Friday of January...
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CONTAINER GARDENING RECIPES
March Container Gardening Recipe 2022
Our March Container Gardening Recipe is Colors For Peace and you don’t have to wait for your sunflowers to bloom to show your colors of support! Try this sunny yellow and blue container garden recipe. These springtime favorites are in bloom...
February Container Gardening Recipe 2022
February’s Container Gardening Recipe includes some cool weather full sun favorites and specialty choices. Using shades of pink surrounding a striking white spike of Delphinium makes a pretty-in-pink combo. When temperatures rise, if this...
January Container Gardening Recipe 2022
January Container Gardening Recipe Introducing A New Monthly FeatureContainer Gardening – a recipe for happiness!Each month be sure to check out our latest recipe. Our first recipe is a full sun cool weather planter.This recipe follows the...

Feb. 2024
HOUSEPLANTS, HARDSCAPE TRANSFORMATION, TERRARIUM CONTAINER, WEED CONTROL, MARGINAL POND PLANTS & MORE

January 2024
GREAT TREES ON ARBOR DAY, UNIQUE POOL LANDSCAPE, BITTER SWEET PLANTER COMBO, LAWN AERATION, TIME TO CLEAN YOUR POND!

December 2023
Prepare for Cold Weather, Unique Landscape Border Design, Winter White Combo, Brown Patch is Back, & Cold Water Pond Care.

November 2023
Gas vs. Wood Burning Fire Pits, Amazing Swim Pond, Window Box Recipe, Winter Tips for a Healthy Lawn, Fun Koi Facts.

October 2023
Fall Is Gardening Time! Fall Veggies 101, Pumpkin Spice Container Garden, Fall Turf Care, Proper Koi Feeding

September 2023
Paver Design Ideas, Naturally Beautiful Backyard Makeover, Fall Container Garden Florida Style, Soil pH, Pond Care

August 2023
Xeriscaping, Landscape Refresh, Heat Loving Container Garden, Cloudy Pond Water fix & Chinch Bugs

July 2023
Rainy Season Issues & Solutions, Drainage, Rain Gauges, Fungus, Hot Container Combo & More

June 2023
Pollinator Week! Tips on Pollinator Gardens, Sloped Yard Solution, Rainly Season Lawn Care, Pond Tour Wrap

May 2023
Benefits of Water Gardening, BONSAI, Organic vs Syntheic Fertilizers, POND TOUR- a Pondtastic Experience!

April 2023
Houseplants 101, Red Hot Pot, Time to Fertilize, Blooming Waterlilies

Feb. 2023
It's Tomato Time!, A Paver Driveway Adds Serious Curb Appeal, Get Ahead of Weeds!, Easy Pond Care Tip And More
I just want to say thank you for being so helpful and taking care of your customers. You guys have gone out of your way to make sure everyone that steps foot in the garden area is well taken care of. The amount of wisdom that is shared both in person while there and in your FB page. It is greatly appreciated for all you do. Let’s not forget the educational sessions you host both in person and online. Oh and of course on the weekends where you spoil us with food and beverages. You are my go to garden center!!!
– Dan Schwartz
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
Services
Location
GARDEN CENTER
12501 Beach Blvd
Jacksonville, FL 32246
LANDSCAPE OPERATIONS
(not open to the public)
St. Johns Bluff
1119 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










