Authentic Florida

It's Beautyberry Season

Beautyberries are a local Sarasota treat that make a fantastic jelly. Here's how to do it.

10/24/2016 By Robin Draper

Plant This

Four Can't-Miss Fall Plant Sales

The changing season brings opportunities to spruce up your greenspace.

10/07/2016 By Ilene Denton

One Night Only

Rare Selby Gardens Cactus to Bloom Tonight

Selby's selenicereus cactus is about to put on its annual one-night-only show--see it in all its glory at a fun event tonight.

06/10/2016 By Megan McDonald

Environment

Seasonal Fertilizer Regulations Return

Sarasota County's regulations barring the use of fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus return Wednesday, June 1.

05/31/2016 Research by staff

On the Homefront

What's New on Sarasota's Booming Home Building Scene

News from area builders, plus a Selby Gardens class on growing orchids and the Sarasota Succulent Society’s big Memorial Day sale.

05/20/2016 By Staff

On the Homefront

Introducing Three New East County Neighborhoods

Home builders get busy in Indian Lakes, Provence and Legacy Estates at Palmer Ranch.

05/06/2016 By Ilene Denton

Weekend Planner

Your Top 9 Things to Do: May 5-11

Josephine opens at Asolo Rep, Siesta Beach amateur sand sculpture contest, Pickin’ Picnic and more.

05/05/2016 By Ilene Denton

Shop Til You Drop

This Weekend's Can't-Miss Shopping Sales

From your closet to your garden, there's a sale for everything this weekend.

04/28/2016 By Style Watch Team

Authentic Florida

Springtime at Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens is in full bloom--it's time to stop and smell the flowers.

03/10/2016 By Robin Draper

Living Well

Gardening Feeds Your Body and Spirit

Plus: a new belt that tracks activity and a warning against over-exfoliating your skin.

03/01/2016 By Hannah Wallace

Home & Garden

Upcoming Home & Garden Tours

Mark your calendars for these upcoming home and garden tours.

12/14/2015 By Ilene Denton

Article

A Casey Key Home Gets a Magnificent Landscape Design

A five-acre landscape design honors the home's beautiful natural setting.

09/30/2015 By Ilene Denton

Article

Tour a Gorgeous Siesta Key Beachfront Estate

Aquadisia is an oasis of calm and beauty on the Gulf of Mexico.

07/31/2015 By Ilene Denton

Article

What's Blooming in the Ringling Gardens?

Learn what's in bloom for spring with Authentic Florida while we tour Sarasota's Ringling Museum Gardens.

03/25/2015 By Robin Draper

Article

Sarasota Garden Club's "Gardens in Paradise" Tour Kicks Off March 21

The Sarasota Garden Club will be hosting their second annual Gardens in Paradise tour on Saturday, March 21.

03/06/2015 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

Article

Chef Paul Mattison Helps Sarasota Students Grow Sustainable Garden

Chef Paul Mattison helps students at Sarasota's Phillippi Shores Elementary grow and care for a sustainable garden.

01/30/2015 By davidadkins

Article

Selby Gardens' Top Tips for Orchid Care

Follow these tips for beautiful, healthy orchids at home.

01/13/2015 By Bobbilynn Hollifield

Article

Sarasota Magazine October 2014

Blissful living inside and out.

10/02/2014 By Sarasota Magazine

Article

Sarasota's Community Gardens Provide a Common Ground

Barbara Harris says community gardens provide common ground.

09/30/2014 By Megan McDonald

Article

Behind the Scenes of The Sarasota Garden Club’s Gardens in Paradise Tour

Behind the scenes of one of five beautiful gardens in this year's Sarasota Garden Club Gardens in Paradise tour.

12/02/2013 By Megan McDonald