by urbanabundance | May 13, 2025 | Edible Gardening, Featured, Fruits, Herbs, Plants, Vegetables
7 Essential Crops to Combat Rising Grocery Costs in Florida Rising grocery costs are impacting everyone, especially Floridians facing increasing prices for staple vegetables. Growing your own food can significantly ease the strain on your wallet while ensuring a...
by urbanabundance | Mar 31, 2025 | Herbs, Plants, Summer Plants, Vegetables
Quick Take: • Type: Herb • Season: Year-round in warm climates (prefers shade in summer) • Growth Style: Rosette-forming with long, serrated leaves • Bonus: Flavor-packed and heat-tolerant—like cilantro, but turned up to 11! Why We Love It: Culantro (Eryngium...
by urbanabundance | Dec 22, 2020 | Featured, Herbs, Plants, Summer Plants
Quick Take: • Type: Perennial Herb • Season: Year-round in warm climates • Growth Style: Bushy, woody stems • Bonus: Absolute pollinator magnet—especially beloved by bees! Why We Love It: African Blue Basil isn’t just a flavor bomb—it’s a living pollinator party. This...
by urbanabundance | Dec 22, 2020 | Herbs, Plants, Summer Plants, Uncategorized
Quick Take: • Type: Leafy Green • Season: Year-round (especially summer) • Growth Style: Low-growing ground cover • Bonus: Doesn’t bolt or get bitter in the heat—hello, Florida summer MVP! Why We Love It: Brazilian Spinach (Alternanthera sissoo) is the plant version...