Often overlooked by Florida residents, Walter’s Viburnum is an excellent hedge choice for several reasons. But first, let’s answer the burning question: “What’s up with a plant named Walter?” Well, Walter’s Viburnum honors a colonial botanist named Thomas Walter (1740-1789). This English-born planter described the species in his catalog of…
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Looking for a Florida native plant that will attract butterflies, birds and your neighbors’ admiration? Look no further than the exquisite American Beautyberry – a cold-hardy deciduous shrub that produces a striking cluster of plump purple berries throughout Florida and the southern United States. Beautyberries look particularly charming under tall…
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What’s more astonishing about Dyckia? That it’s kin to the pineapple or that it can withstand temperatures in the low teens? ArtisTree’s favorite Dyckia, a bromeliad, is the ‘Cherry Cola’ variety seen here. Its vicious blades require a careful touch (think very thick gloves and long sleeves), but dark burgundy…
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As a Florida landscape company who enjoys giving poinsettias at Christmas, ArtisTree knows a thing or two about selecting and caring for this beloved holiday symbol. Here are some tips to keep yours looking their very best throughout the holiday season and yes, even later. It's easier than you might…
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