An uninvited guest has quietly established its presence here in the Sunshine State. It’s richardia grandiflora, colloquially known as “Florida snow” or Florida pusley. This seemingly delicate perennial wildflower with its pale lavender and white hues has captured the attention of homeowners and garden enthusiasts alike. However, beneath its charming appearance lies an invasive weed […]
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The spotted lanternfly is pretty to look at, but don’t be deceived by the charming appearance. These destructive insects have invaded the U.S. from China and pose a threat to our trees, especially fruit-bearing ones. They’ve been moving through New Jersey, Pennsylvania and other northern states, but people are concerned the pests could be headed […]
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The tawny crazy ant is an invasive species that has called Florida home since the 1990s. Dubbed “crazy” because of their erratic movements, these insects cause electrical devices to malfunction by swarming inside. An invasive pest The insect came to the United States from South America. Native to Brazil, it was introduced to Colombia in […]
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