For many Central Florida residents, gardening is more than a hobby; it's a way of life. Whether you find it relaxing and therapeutic or you just enjoy helping Mother Nature look her best, your toil in the soil makes days brighter and puts smiles on faces.

To honor all Green Thumbs, we'd like to share photos of your picturesque patch of pride with the community. Just follow the easy steps to submit your garden photos and you'll be doing your part to make the Internet a brighter, happier place.

SLIDESHOW GUIDELINES

• If you know, tell us the type of plant(s) in your photo
• Share helpful information/tips if you have them
• Larger images will be automatically resized

CURRENT SLIDESHOW: Central Florida Green Thumbs