"We were told by a local landscaper in Sarasota that Gold Mound Duranta was a hardy shrub, but in just two years ours started losing leaves and finally died. Very disappointed as we loved the bright color. Please advise.” -- Thanks, T. N. ArtisTree is sorry to hear you had…
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Giant Apostle’s Iris is celebrated for its magnificent purple flowers rippled with rich yellow and mahogany tones. But for one Sarasota homeowner, its magnificence didn’t exist -- at least not at first. The Giant Apostle's Iris in all its glory: a stunning repeat bloomer spring to fall in SW Florida.…
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Southern red cedar trees seem to prevail in Lakewood Ranch, their tall pyramidal symmetry gracing numerous spacious properties. If you want your landscape to make an elegant statement, this handsome evergreen also grown on Christmas tree farms could be the perfect choice. This newly installed Southern red cypress tree contrasts…
Keep Reading "I admire Eugenia, but there always seems to be one or two in a hedge that never look good. Do they not do well in Sarasota? I live in Lakewood Ranch." -- Tony D. Ah, a good observation. Eugenia shrubs in Sarasota would enjoy a stellar reputation if it weren’t…
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Landscape trends are a tough concept to embrace if you live in a Sarasota HOA community. For instance, if your homeowner’s association has a pre-approved plant and tree list, you’ll have a hard time introducing a new “trendy” option you’ve read about in a national garden magazine. One such publication…
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