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Drought Tolerant Native Plants for Your Yard

Much of Hernando County is comprised of sandy uplands, and conditions are especially challenging for plants during our dry months. The good news is that many native plants have adapted to drought and can thrive in your landscape without irrigation once established. We will hear expert advice from Colby Pitts… Read More

Top Five Native Trees to Plant in Hernando County

Monthly Meeting and Public Program of the Hernando Chapter, FNPS: Top Five Native Trees to Plant in Hernando County by Jessica Clark, Hernando/Pasco County Forester, Florida Forest Service The Top Five Native Trees to Plant in Hernando County were selected due to a variety of characteristics, such as wood… Read More

Butterflies

Nature Coast Butterfly Season is On

Butterfly season is upon us! I absolutely love September’s fluttering wings, with pairs of dancing Lepidoptera all around. Butterflies are very common on Florida’s Nature… Read More