By Marion Law The stunning crepe myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica), is one of the most popular flowering plants in the southern United States. The crepe myrtle is often referred to as the “Lilac of the South,” due to its clusters of large, drooping blooms, a scent highly reminiscent of lilacs. These dramatic blossoms come in various
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Many municipalities in Florida require property owners to get a permit to remove a tree. However, there is an exception. If you have trees on your property that might be dangerous, you might not need a tree permit to deal with it as long as you consult a licensed arborist such as Tree Masters Tree
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In these uncertain times, it’s imperative to have constants in our lives. For Tampa area city dwellers, urban forests play a tremendous role in balancing life, providing habitats for diverse life forms, upping property values, and reducing pollution. Tampa Bay is famous for its beautiful trees and lush landscapes, as well as for its annual
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Did you know that the cultivation of grapefruit was an accident? It’s true! The grapefruit tree, first documented in 1750 resulted from an accidental cross between Jamaican sweet orange and pomelo in Barbados. The grapefruit tree was imported to Florida in 1823 by Count Odet Philippe. If you’re a grapefruit lover, how would like to have
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One of the first images people conjure when they think of Florida is a swaying palm tree. Palm trees, synonymous with warm tropical breezes, sultry nights and icy cold drinks with tiny umbrellas, are the romantics of the tree world. Astoundingly, there are 2,500 varieties of this popular, elegant tree world wide. Palms enhance any
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The average cooling bill for Florida residents is four times higher than anywhere else in the USA. Having mature, shade trees around your home has been shown to reduce costs by 40 percent. Furthermore, large trees on a property can also add 10 percent to the overall equity of the home. There are other benefits
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Small backyard orchards have grown in popularity over the past few decades. And Tampa Bay has the ideal climate for a number of delectable citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, limes, and grapefruit, as well as mangoes, papaya, Florida avocados, bananas, figs, guava, jackfruit, Japanese persimmons, loquats, lychee, peaches, blueberries, mulberries, and even some strains
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Trees are a boon to our well being for many reasons. It’s always a painful decision to remove our beloved, life-affirming friend without good cause. The older and more rugged the tree, the more affection you will have for it. This is especially true if you’ve had the privilege of watching it grow over the
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Did you know that the simple act of sitting under a tree on a pleasant day can major stress-busting effects? It’s true! Being with trees is actually essential for good health. And Tree Masters is here to keep your trees in good health as well. Numerous studies through the years have shown time and time
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