Spring is here and brings with it Spring cleaning and gardening.  If you are looking for a fun way to incorporate plant buying into a whole day and family event, head over to Fairchild Tropical Gardens this weekend for their Spring Garden Festival. In addition to their 36th Annual Plant Sale, you can shop […]

The 12th annual international orchid festival takes place at Fairchild Garden from March 7-9. Stroll through the gardens and browse the 10,000 plants that will be on sale from international vendors, stop by and have lunch at the Orchid Tea Room, Glasshouse Cafe, or Lakesaide Cafe, then continue enjoying all the garden has to offer […]

Well, normally the weather has cooled down enough by mid-December for to thoroughly enjoy the local Farmers’ Market that pop up in the fall and last through spring.  Even though temperatures are still in the 80’s, head over to one of the markets for a fun day out and a chance to purchase produce straight […]

Well, normally the weather has cooled down enough by mid-December for to thoroughly enjoy the local Farmers’ Market that pop up in the fall and last through spring.  Even though temperatures are still in the 80’s, head over to one of the markets for a fun day out and a chance to purchase produce straight […]

Known as South Florida’s garden party, the 71st Annual Fairchild Ramble is this weekend.

Known as South Florida’s garden party, the 71st Annual Fairchild Ramble is this weekend.

The Pinecrest Farmer’s Market at Pinecrest Gardens has been open every  Sunday since December and I finally got by this weekend.  It is open every Sunday from 9-2 p.m. through April, and I plan on being a regular.  In addition to the fresh fruit and vegetables that are grown locally, there are food vendors with […]

The Pinecrest Farmer’s Market at Pinecrest Gardens has been open every  Sunday since December and I finally got by this weekend.  It is open every Sunday from 9-2 p.m. through April, and I plan on being a regular.  In addition to the fresh fruit and vegetables that are grown locally, there are food vendors with […]

Growing plants in South Florida is very easy.  When I first moved here, I remember someone  telling me,  “plant once and cut it forever” .  Well, after successfully growing tomatoes, jalapenos, and a variety of peppers by simply throwing seeds from my kitchen into assorted pots, I am convinced that growing just about anything is […]