There are many cool season vegetables that gardeners are able to grow in the home garden and in containers. Learn about proper timing for starting seeds during our transition from hot weather to cooler days In the Garden… Read More
Looking for a unique ‘vegetable’ plant to add to a garden area or container? Cosmic Eclipse tomatoes or Flavor Burst peppers can do just that! Join UF IFAS Extension Escambia County Master Gardener volunteers for a plant sale… Read More
Want to try something fun? Try Elephant garlic in your garden. This relative of our true garlic and leeks form large cloves that can be planted in the fall. Plant about 3 inches deep (top of clove just… Read More
One very popular herb for the backyard garden is the evergreen Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis which serves as an attractive landscape shrub in addition to its culinary uses. Rosemary grows best in full sun and well drained soils. When… Read More
Basil is a favorite plant in the summer herb garden and an absolute must for those who enjoy fresh leaves for a sandwich or delicious homemade pesto. While we grow basil as a food enhancer, an added benefit… Read More
UF/IFAS Extension offers “Starting a Successful Hydroponic Business” two-day short courses When: March 13-14 or March 17-18, 2017 Where: Suwannee Valley Agricultural Extension Center, 8202 County Road 417, Live Oak, FL 32060 Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/starting-a-successful-hydroponic-business-registration-28233604471 This program will… Read More
Many of us are enjoying our warmer temperatures this winter, but many deciduous fruit crops really need cold temperatures in order to break dormancy for the year. In areas that experience cold temperatures plants have evolved the ability… Read More
Learn about growing vegetables in winter from Escambia Extension. View the video.
Escambia County Extension is offering two programs on Cool Season Vegetable Gardening. Both will cover information on soils, starting with seeds and transplants, and tips for growing the favorite Fall edibles. Saturday, September 10, 10:30 a.m. at the… Read More
Join us at the PANHANDLE FRUIT & VEGETABLE CONFERENCE! Our event will feature leading experts in fruit and vegetable production that will provide seminars, hands-on learning, and educational farm tours. Come to the conference and learn to grow… Read More
