Enjoy the Florida Sand Pear
If you have ever visited an old homestead in Florida then you are sure to have passed their pear tree. It seems to have been a staple for many Florida families. The pear we continue to grow in… Read More
Tag: horticulture
2019 Master Gardener Volunteer Training in Columbia County
The UF/IFAS Extension Columbia County Master Gardener Volunteer program works with the horticulture extension agent to educate the citizens within our county about research-based practices to use in their gardens and landscapes. Educational projects include public outreach at… Read More
Rain gardens help manage stormwater runoff
People often don’t understand the purpose of a ‘rain garden’. Consequently, they may confuse it with a water garden or a bog garden. In reality, a rain garden is neither. It is, however, an important part of Florida-friendly Landscaping program. This program is a research-based guide to protecting our water… Read More