Piling mulch high against your tree's trunk—a 'mulch volcano'—is one of the most common and damaging landscape mistakes. It can lead to bark rot, disease, and shallow, strangling roots. Learn the science behind this problem and the professional 'mulch donut' method to properly protect your trees, regulate soil, and keep your landscape healthy.

Don't let this be your yard! See why structurally weak trees like the Bradford Pear are on our Jacksonville Tree Blacklist, causing dangerous and costly damage when Florida storms hit.

Tired of flowers wilting in the Florida heat? Discover the strongest, most beautiful flowers that not only survive but thrive in the Sunshine State, from the mighty Hibiscus to the Butterfly-attracting Pentas!

Why does one Live Oak thrive for a century while another fails after a hurricane? The answer lies in the science of arboriculture. We peel back the canopy and the soil to show you the five core principles that guide every professional decision we make to protect your North Florida landscape.

Improper 'volcano mulching' on an oak tree, a common mistake that kills Jacksonville trees. A sign in the mulch reads: "THE #1 MULCHING MISTAKE! (THIS KILLS TREES)

In Jacksonville, your trees can be your home's single greatest liability during a hurricane. Learn the difference between a dangerous, cheap "hurricane cut" and the professional, scientific approach to pruning that actually protects your property from high winds.

An infographic titled "Top 5 Toughest Trees for a Jacksonville Yard," showing images of the Southern Live Oak, Crape Myrtle, Bald Cypress, Black Olive, and Southern Magnolia.

Stop guessing at the garden center. A Jacksonville landscape pro reveals the best (and worst) mulches for our unique Florida climate. Learn which options—like Pine Bark, Pine Straw, and Melaleuca—will fight weeds, save water, and thrive, and which ones (like Cypress and Dyed Mulch) to avoid.

Standing at the garden center, overwhelmed by mulch choices? Our ultimate guide cuts through the confusion, revealing the pros and cons of organic vs. inorganic options, busting common myths, and helping you pick the perfect mulch for a stunningly beautiful and incredibly healthy home garden.

An infographic showing a large hazardous tree in front of a house, with 7 critical warning signs labeled: dead branches, trunk cracks and fungus, a sudden lean, branches on the roof, weak V-unions, and branches near power lines.

A PhD ecologist explains why mulching is the smartest investment for your Florida landscape. Learn 5 key ways it protects plants from heat, cuts your water bill, stops weeds, and boosts your property value.

Struggling with a sun-baked, weed-filled Jacksonville yard? Discover how professional mulching is the key to conserving water, suppressing weeds, protecting your plants from the heat, and giving your landscape a polished, healthy look that thrives.

Is your landscaper building 'mulch volcanoes'? This common Jacksonville mistake is slowly killing your trees. Learn the right way to mulch and protect your landscape investment.