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Beware the Beautiful Flowers!
Anyone who has ever lived in Florida or just been here for a visit, knows that it's full of lots of beautiful flowers and blooming shrubs. And Lakeland real estate is no exception. It has parks and playgrounds full of blooms, many people cultivate them in their personal yards and gardens, and they add a huge dimension to the tropical feel of Florida. 
But, there are some plants, that while beautiful to look at, are not something you should be touching and especially not eating. Here are some that are grown locally that you might want to beware of: 
Azaleas and Rhododendrons: These flowers are gorgeous and bloom profusely in the spring of the year. But the leaves and honey made from the nectar of the blossoms are poisonous if ingested. Symptoms include vomiting and diarrhea, burning of the skin, headaches, dim vision and muscle weakness, as well as a slowed heart rate which can lead to a coma and sometimes even death! 
Oleander: This one can really be a problem as every part of it is toxic. Even breathing in the smoke from burning oleander can cause problems, as can using twigs from them to roast marshmallows or hot dogs. Typical ... more

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