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As temperatures drop into the 70s, we start to feel hints of fall in our Northeast Florida home! It is cooling off enough to return to the garden, but what is best to plant now for seasonal color?
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By Kathy Esfahani
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11/5/26
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The story starts with my great-great-grandfather, Andrea DelSignore, a landowner, a farmer and businessman in the town of Sulmona, Italy. Andrea and his wife Cecilia had three sons, Panfilo, Cosimo …
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By Kendra McCrary
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10/29/26
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Fall is a busy time of year for SAFE, a pet rescue dedicated to saving animals from euthanasia. They have been rescuing animals since the nonprofit began in 2008 and are always looking for new ways …
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By Taylor Colby
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10/29/26
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The clinking of crystal flutes toasting the holidays. The sound of Champagne corks popping and the thought of elegant extravagance. What could be more festive to commence the long holiday season of …
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By Leigh Cort
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10/24/26
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As shelters and rescues across the country continue to operate with strained resources, the Jacksonville Humane Society (JHS) is partnering with PetSmart Charities to help more pets find families …
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10/22/26
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As fall arrives, we see seasonal decorations popping up throughout our neighborhoods. Fall is the season where harvest celebrates the hard work put in during the summer months and the prosperity that …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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10/22/26
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A chrysanthemum is one of the most recognized plants of the fall season! Also known as “mums,” these flowers are available in a variety of colors, but the name comes from the original gold — …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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10/15/26
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The Recorder has launched its Best of the Beaches contest, featuring businesses in Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach and Ponte Vedra Beach. This includes businesses in ZIP codes …
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10/12/26
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In fall, the colorful leaves of croton plants begin to stand out around Northeast Florida. Crotons (“crow-tun”) are tropical plants known for their bright and varied foliage featuring hues of …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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10/8/26
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Homeowners often wonder whether it is better to plant annuals or perennials to develop color in their landscape. The answer is both! Planting a combination of annuals and perennials adds color and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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10/1/26
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In Northeast Florida, we are part of Planting Zone 9. We have warm winters and hot summers that allow us to plant year-round. This climate also enables us to transplant trees during the fall, winter …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/24/26
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Are you looking for bold, bright blooms to bring color into your landscape? Hibiscus and hydrangea plants are great options. Both produce large, colorful flowers that stand out in garden beds and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/17/26
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Observing nature in action is part of the wonder of gardening. Although deer can be as beautiful as butterflies, hummingbirds and other visitors, they can also cause significant damage to the plants …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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9/11/26
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Flagler College welcomes interdisciplinary artist, biologist, environmental researcher and educator Dr. Brandon Ballengée as the Crisp-Ellert Art Museum’s (CEAM) Artist-in-Residence now through …
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9/11/26
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Family relationships often blossom in the kitchen with children helping busy parents, taking care of other family members or just enjoying their own creativity with food. With many cherished family …
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By Leigh Cort
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9/3/26
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A bird of paradise adds a tropical flare to any landscape! Also known as the crane flower, these plants are easily recognizable by their unique blooms resembling a tropical bird. The bird of paradise …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/20/26
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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Sing Out Loud Festival has released the full schedule for this year’s Local Artist Showcases, presented by PNC Bank. The schedule is now available at …
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8/16/26
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Cooler weather is coming, and now is a perfect time to create a new outdoor living space at your home!
Outdoor living spaces provide the opportunity to spend time in nature — a proven way to …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/13/26
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The Garden Club of St. Augustine is celebrating its 100-Year Jubilee (1926-2026) with two special holiday events that invite residents and visitors alike to enjoy the spirit of the season while …
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8/13/26
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The Ponte Vedra area luckily seems to have fared well during hurricanes in recent years. But it is important to be prepared during this time of year! Hurricane season in Florida begins June 1 and …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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8/7/26
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Lord of Life Lutheran Church has been without a permanent pastor for well over a decade but that’s about to change.
Pedro Suarez, the bishop of the Florida-Bahamas Synod of the Evangelical …
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7/29/26
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It can be captivating to watch a butterfly! We find ourselves taking a moment away from the hectic demands of everyday life to enjoy the wonder of these delicate creatures. Planting a butterfly …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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7/29/26
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Summer is heating up! Succulents are a great choice for the warmest areas of your landscape. Now is a perfect time to create a succulent garden or planter that needs minimal attention!
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By Kathy Esfahani
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7/23/26
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Ascension St. Vincent’s recently welcomed members of the 55-plus community for an engaging Lunch & Learn focused on orthopedic health and wellness.
The educational event featured …
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7/23/26
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Tropical landscapes gain interest and color with the addition of bromeliads! These unique plants feature decorative leaves in red, green, purple, orange and yellow. Leaves may have stripes, spots or …
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By Kathy Esfahani
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7/16/26
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