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Tree & Shrub
Caring for the ornamentals, palms, and shrubs that frame Southwest Florida landscapes.
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Hibiscus Mealybug Treatment and Croton Scale: A Palmetto Guide
White fuzz on hibiscus or sticky bumps under croton leaves? How to tell mealybugs from scale in Palmetto, and what UF/IFAS advises. Learn mo…
Ganoderma Butt Rot: Palm Shelf Fungus in Lakewood Ranch
A hard shelf fungus at the base of a palm is Ganoderma butt rot. See what UF/IFAS says about removal, the stump and replanting. Learn more o…
Mulch Around Southwest Florida Shrubs: Placement and Depth
UF/IFAS says to mulch 3 inches deep and keep it off the base of shrubs and trees. See how to check your beds and what to fix. Learn more on …
Treehoppers in Southwest Florida: Thorn Bugs, Damage, and When to Treat
Spiky green bugs on your hibiscus? What UF/IFAS says about treehoppers and thorn bugs in Southwest Florida. Learn more on the Waves blog.…
Think Your Shrubs Are Just ‘Tired’? These Sarasota Shrub Diseases Say Otherwise
Shrub diseases are like the mystery flu your kids bring home from school—suddenly everyone in the yard looks tired, spotty, and ready to giv…
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