Muhly Grass Muhlenbergia capillaris Ornamental grasses are an invaluable addition to the modern landscape. In the not too distant past, suggesting someone add grasses to their garden would probably have been met with scorn. Now, … Read More
A Golden Time Piece
Many years ago, the gilded surface of the Singing Tower Sundial gnomon had worn off due to the harsh Florida environment. During the early years of Bok Tower Gardens, the sundial gnomon gleamed with gold … Read More
Beneficial Bugs
I wanted to introduce you to some beneficial insects that have recently been spotted at the Visitor Center Rondel on the Zamia pumila, commonly known as our native coonties! We have the Cryptolaemus montrouzien (easier … Read More
A Garden Star at Peak Bloom
Fall signals the annual wildflower bloom at Bok Tower Gardens. Visit now to see Blazing Star at peak bloom along the Pine Ridge Trail. Blazing star (Liatris spp.) or gayfeather is a native, herbaceous perennial … Read More
Sandhill Survivors
This blog post was written by “Sticky” Steve Morrison and was originally published in 2012. With his permission, we are sharing this information better to understand the impacts of our controlled burns. Learn more about … Read More
Pickle Juice Salad Dressing
Ever wonder what to do with the pickle juice that remains in the jar after you have finished eating all the pickles? Here is a great way to utilize leftover pickle juice while creating a … Read More
Cissy’s Green Banana Hash Browns
This recipe was developed by Cissy Stanko, a member of the Bok Tower Gardens Education Team. Green bananas and plantains are a great substitute for potatoes. This recipe is a favorite at my house when … Read More
Stephen’s Green Papaya Salad
Becoming a resilient gardener is more important than ever before. Preparing delicious dishes is the reward for growing and cultivating a healthy garden. Papaya is filled with nutrients, making it a great source of vitamins … Read More
Practically Perfect Porterweed
Porterweed (Stachytarpheta) at Bok Tower Gardens Stachytarpheta is a large genus of predominantly Neotropical herbs and shrubs in the vervain family (Verbenaceae). Collectively referred to as porterweeds, the genus name derives from the Greek ‘stachys’, … Read More
Celebrating Scholarship with Chanticleer Scholar Whitney Costner
One of the highest honors among the public garden academic community is being named a Chanticleer Scholar. This accolade was recently bestowed upon by Whitney Costner, a member of the Bok Tower Gardens team. The … Read More