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Do No Harm – Spanish Moss
Since my last blog about Spanish moss, a few people questioned this plant’s impact to trees. Many people assume that it causes damage and ultimately the death of the tree it lives on. This plant grows best on aged trees. The dead branches in older trees slough off important nutrients the plant needs to thrive. […]
Spanish Hair in Arbor Lakes
Draped on southern live oak and bald cypress trees, blue-gray beards that would put ZZ Top to shame sway to the Florida breeze. It is Spanish moss. It is neither Spanish in origin nor a moss. Native Americans called it “tree hair”, the Spaniards called it “French hair” and the French called it “Spanish hair”. […]
Solar Heating – The Natural Way to Keep Warm!
The polar vortex that plummeted temperatures here in Florida encouraged Anne and I to stay indoors. Humans adapt to the cold by seeking shelter, heating our homes and if we go outdoors, dressing in layers to retain heat. Wildlife have also adapted to winter’s challenges. Birds migrate to warm climates, mammals put on layers of fat […]
Maryland Woods New Year 2014
When you live in Florida it is easy to be complacent with the sub-tropical climate. I lived most of my life up north on Long Island where there are four entirely different seasons, each with their own beauty, each with their own challenges for organisms that survive there. On a walk through the Maryland woods, […]
Happy Holidays and Peace to All!
May the tranquility of this picture find you happy and healthy! (photo taken by daughter, Candace, cropped and edited by me.)
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