Gardening In The Sunshine State Hedge varieties
Hedging options for Florida gardens include the Trifoliate orange hedge to deter intruders and prevent stray activity. The wax pri and Severinia buxifolia offer compact forms suitable for lot boundaries, with many ornamental choices such as Turks Cap and Bougainvillea. Consult county agents or nurseries for locality adapted hedge plants and plan per lot size.
Citrus diplomacy muddles lines as Britain buys Cuban grapefruit
Florida citrus leaders urge action as Britain buys 62,705 boxes of Cuban grapefruit in October to December, while shunning U S grapefruit. They seek support from Governor Bryant and Secretary Freeman to press London to lift curbs, arguing the losses total about 30 million dollars annually in exports.
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Hedge planting and care guidelines from Florida experts
The guide covers selecting hedge plants for year round color and conditions, best planting times, soil preparation, trenching for sandy soils, and soil enrichment. It notes fertilizing twice a year, consulting county agents for fertilizer specifics, and mentions common hedge species and nutrient needs such as iron sprays for azaleas and manganese for crape myrtle privet and orange jessamine, ending with a Voltaire quotation.
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