We have all probably interacted with pinecones in some way, whether we collected them to start a bon fire, rolled them in peanut butter to create a bird feeder, or avoided them during pollen season. Pine trees produce pinecones, a unique ... READ MORE
Category: , Natural Resources
In Florida, pine trees are not only valued for their ecological importance, but for their economic importance as well. There are several species of pine found in Florida that are of commercial value, producing goods such as, paper, lumber ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources
This series of Key Plant, Key Pests publications are designed for Florida gardeners, horticulturalists, and landscape professionals to help identify common pests associated with common Florida flora. This publication, the seventh in the Key ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Which Pine is Best? If you have plans to plant southern pines on your property, you have some important decisions to make: Which species is most appropriate for your site and objectives? What is the best available genetic variety of ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Farm Management, Forests, Natural Resources
By Ralph E. Mitchell While many tree failures can be traced to structural weaknesses that could be eliminated with training, some trees (and palms) are just naturally more wind resistant than others and better apt to survive a hurricane. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home LandscapesPost by Bob Mertens; Horticulture Program Specialist We’ve been receiving numerous inquiries here at the Extension office regarding the yellowing (chlorosis) and subsequent deaths of native Florida slash pines, most notably in and around ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Forests, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Assistance Available for Non-Industrial, Private Forest Landowners The Florida Forest Service at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is taking applications for the Southern Pine Beetle (SPB) Assistance ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources, Wildlife