Let’s Celebrate…Lakes With more than 7,800 naturally occurring lakes, Florida is among 25 States nationwide which have submitted proclamations in support of Lakes Appreciation month, observed each summer in July. Through the University ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Lifelong Learning... UF/IFAS Extension Citrus County supports lifelong learning through its community education programs in the following areas: 4-H Positive Youth Development Agriculture and Natural Resources Health and Wellness, ... READ MORE
Category: UF/IFAS Extension,What are the origins of the defining moments in our lives? You know the ones that have us sitting on the edge of our chairs - waiting for the phone to ring or our name to be called. These can be moments that just happen or moments that we make ... READ MORE
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Growing up to 90 ft. tall, the Washington Palm (Washingtonia robusta) is one of the tallest in the palm family. At this height, it can be visually over-powering in landscapes with single-story buildings, but makes a great addition to landscapes ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
National 4-H week (October 1-7th) celebrates the potential of young people across our nation. The Citrus County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed that: 4-H brings “Opportunity 4 All”. Young people bring their strengths and real-world ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth
Treejuvenation Florida is a UF/IFAS Extension urban forestry program that aims to increase community engagement in activities which promote the benefits of trees and help residents to recognize and appreciate their tree assets. Urban ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS ExtensionOne of the few palms that do better in partial shade, Windmill Palms (Trachycarpus fortunei) are known for trunks bearing a burlap-like fibrous matting. Planting Site The Windmill Palm does best when not planted in area that is constantly ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, HorticultureThe Dwarf Palmetto (Sabal minor) is a native palm which can grow in North-, Central-, and South- Florida. It is also known as Blue-Stem Palmetto due to its blueish-green fronds. As with other palms in the Sabal genus, the Dwarf Palmetto ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture
This page will be updated with new links as they become available, check back often for new information and comment below if you know of a resource to add. This blog includes sections on: Volunteer & assistance resources Marine ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Natural Resources, WaterThe Cabbage Palm aka Sabal Palm (Sabal palmetto) is a native Floridian and was designated as the 'Florida State Tree' in 1953. The Sabal Palm has also been designated as the state tree in South Carolina. Like other palmettos, its flowers ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture