UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
K. G. McCormick, UF/IFAS Extension, Seminole County, Sanford, FL Situation: Master Gardener Volunteers require a substantial amount of time to train. Volunteer retention is a large concern once they are trained. Volunteers leaving the program after a single… Read More
One of the largest plant festivals of the season is coming to Milton Friday through Sunday, April 6 – 8, 2018 at the University of Florida and Pensacola State College, Milton Campus, 5988 US 90 in Milton. This… Read More
By Lloyd Singleton It’s right here, right now – spring in Lake County is the best time and place to be gardening. Our subtropical climate frees us to prepare garden beds after the frosts of January and February,… Read More
Does my ficus need a jacket? Florida usually has several days that your more tropical plants might be in danger. When frost is predicted you will want to protect your more sensitive plants. Identifying… Read More
Florida’s bountiful vegetables Florida is known for a lot of unique things. Palm trees, beaches, warm breezes, orange trees, and cattle are signature Florida images. Vegetable fields do not come to most people’s minds, partly because most vegetable… Read More
Florida’s bountiful vegetables Florida is known for a lot of unique things. Palm trees, beaches, warm breezes, orange trees, and cattle are signature Florida images. Vegetable fields do not come to most people’s minds, partly because most vegetable… Read More
The Highlands County Master Gardeners gathered for their annual Christmas banquet last Monday. The annual banquet, held at the Island View Restaurant in Sebring, is a time to reflect on their annual achievements and celebrate holiday cheer. Seventy… Read More
Last week, MREC hosted a tour for up-and-coming UF/IFAS Master Gardeners and talked about projects with researchers and Extension agents focused on agricultural economics, water conservation and plant breeding. The group went to greenhouses at MREC to learn… Read More
Day of Caring at Gifford Youth Achievement Center’s Learning Garden – a commitment to the community and its youth. On October 14th, 2017, the United Way held its largest one-day volunteer event in our community: the Day of… Read More
If you are interested in the University of Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program in Escambia County, plan to attend a special Volunteer Open House on Tuesday, August 8. Learn about training sessions, volunteer activities, and the role of… Read More
