Altitude South Toms River

Sustainable gardening focused on native plants in a tropical paradise.

Welcome to a tropical paradise of native plants

Altitude South Toms River explores sustainable horticulture through a native-plant focused lens. Our blog-style timeline guides you through seasonal planting, biodiversity, soil health, and low-impact garden design—crafted for gardeners who value thriving ecosystems and vibrant greens.

Spring 2025
Sustainability

Choosing Native Plants for a Resilient Garden

How native species support pollinators, reduce water use, and thrive in our coastal climate with minimal maintenance.

Lush native plant garden in tropical setting
Summer 2025
Design

Water-Wise Hydrozones for Coastal Tropics

Strategies for grouping plants by water needs, mulching, and rain-capture to sustain vivid greens during dry spells.

Tropical garden hydrozones with lush foliage
Autumn 2025
Ecology

Soil Health: Building Life Beneath the Canopy

Soil amendments, compost teas, and mulch strategies that boost native soil communities without synthetic inputs.

Rich mulched garden bed with soil life visible
Winter 2025
Education

Planting Calendar for Native Species

A practical guide to seasonal planting windows, local species, and sustainable propagation techniques for a thriving garden year-round.

Seedlings and nursery containers
Native tropical plant varieties

Native Plant Spotlight

Explore a curated selection of coastal-native species suited to sustainable landscapes, from dune grasses to flowering shrubs that attract pollinators and birds.

Native Plants

About Altitude South Toms River

A tropical-inspired, sustainability-driven garden blog focused on native plants, water-wise design, and ethical stewardship of local ecosystems.