Nick Ewy pulls on a pair of chest-high waders and lowers himself into the swamp beside the Sönne Family Ghost Orchid Boardwalk. Even without the gear, it’s mercilessly hot, but […]
DIY closed terrarium
Closed terrariums — if given perfect conditions — can thrive on their own forever. Planted and sealed inside closed vessels, the added soil, plants, and water produce their own little ecosystem, recycling the water, […]
Bananas vs. Plantains + 5 Tasty Recipes
Do you know the difference between bananas and plantains? It is important to note how these two fruits relate to each other. All plantains are bananas, but not all bananas are plantains. Plantains […]
It’s Moving Day for This 12,500-Pound Rare Cuban Palm
If you are unfamiliar with the task of moving full-grown trees (and let’s face it, how many of us are?), you would have thought the job awaiting a three-person crew […]
A New Chapter in the Storied Life of This Lignum Vitae
Sometimes, the very name of a plant suggests a good story. In the case of one tree the Garden recently acquired, there are chapters’ worth of tales. The name: Lignum […]
Pineapple plant coloring page + fun facts
Pineapple Facts The pineapple plant (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit that is native to South America. It originally came from the area between southern Brazil and Paraguay. Pineapples spread throughout South America, […]
