UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
Herbs for the Holidays The smell of pine, cedar, cinnamon, rosemary, cloves and citrus along with the aromas of food baking and sparkling lights puts one in the holiday mood! Save money by decorating with herbs and spice… Read More
Microgreens, sometimes called baby greens or vegetable confetti, are edible plants that are harvested at the first true leaf stage. Microgreens are packed with nutrients and antioxidants that can have significant health benefits. They are an easy edition… Read More
Cool Weather Gardening By Joy Derksen, Master Gardener 2007 Gardening chores? Of course! This is Florida where we garden all year round. Cooler weather frees us from some insect pests and makes gardening less sweaty. Vegetables There is… Read More
Free Presentation on The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Opportunity Institution authorized to provide research, educational information, and other services only to individuals and institutions that function with non-discrimination with respect to… Read More
Herbs and spices have been used for hundreds of years in cooking and medicine (Stephens 2010). They add a wide range of flavors to food and may also provide health benefits. For some people, using herbs and spices… Read More
Landscape Matters Wednesday, November 20, 10 a.m. Yulee County Building 86026 Pages Dairy Road. (Take US 17 North, pass over the railroad tracks, and turn left on Pages Dairy Road. The building is attached to the fire station.)… Read More
Herbs are like people; each herb has its own personality. Some herbs have bold flavors and should be used with care while others are mild and can be used more freely. View Shopping for Health: Herbs and Spices for more… Read More
Spring gardening fever is ready to hit. Join UF IFAS Extension Escambia County for a series of programs to get you in the spirit of gardening. Programs will be held on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. at Myrtle… Read More
While other states are experiencing nearly freezing temperatures in November, Florida provides cool, dry weather that is great for many plants. You can take advantage of Florida’s weather by following these planting suggestions based on the Florida climate… Read More
Essential oils–you may have heard of them, but what exactly are they? These oils are volatile, aromatic substances drawn from plants. From rituals to medicine, essential oils have been used for a variety of reasons throughout history. Now, people typically… Read More
