Proline Heritage Oak Farm

TreeTown USA has officially recognized a new variety of Japanese Blueberry tree to be officially known as “Morning Sun” PP#29,266. This variety can reach up to 40-feet in height casting luxurious shade. Or, if the owner chooses to keep it smaller, the tree can become a trimmed and shaped accent plant. The foliage is a vivid red-orange shade in the fall that instantly draws attention and adds emphasis to certain areas of the landscape. This cultivar, officially known as “Elaeocarpus decipiens,” is a fast-growing addition with dense foliage. A hearty tree when established, the “Morning Sun” thrives in full sun or partial shade and survives best in well-drained soil. The tree is hardy in Zones 8-10 and prefers well-drained soil. The fruit of the Japanese Blueberry is ornamental, not considered edible for humans. Birds do consume the berries in the winter, however. Attributes of the Japanese Blueberry Tree The Japanese Blueberry root system does not grow deep into the ground but prefers...

Florida offers a wide range of delightful landscaping options throughout the year. The warm climate combined with a broad spectrum of plant, tree, flower, and design choices offer an unlimited number of creative options for creative, professional landscapers to pursue. To assure homeowners and business owners that their landscaper of choice is an authentic and knowledgeable professional, landscapers and horticulture specialists should be certified by the Florida Nursery Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA) certification program. FNGLA offers certification for: Professional Horticulture Landscape Installation Professional Maintenance Landscape Design Certified Professional Contractors Water and Irrigation Accreditation Orlando-based FNGLA also offers a directory of their certified professionals, educational and professional development programs, workshops, and research projects. The annual Landscape Show, held in September or early October, explores current issues and of...