A growing mecca Some northerners, (from Georgia north!) don’t understand Florida’s vegetable growing season. Northern states are, after all, used to producing vegetables all summer. In Florida, from October until spring, lots of food travels… Read More
What’s a succulent? One of the latest crazes in gardening is growing succulents. Anyone that has collected a few usually finds themselves hooked. They come in all shapes sizes and colors and the ease of… Read More
Remember Tasty tomatoes? I hear it often, “The tomatoes in Florida don’t taste like the ones up north” and “Those grocery store tomatoes don’t have any flavor”. My Mother once noted that a new variety… Read More
Garden Festival and Plant Sale They say time flies while you’re having fun. This may explain why the Garden Festival feels like it is coming so quickly. Yes, the Annual Plant Sale, which comes on… Read More
Florida grows great vegetables Florida’s great for growing vegetables, really it is. We rank second only behind California for vegetable production in the US. One thing that sets us apart is our mild winters. It’s… 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… Read More
Contrary to popular belief it is not possible to grow everything anytime in South Central Florida. The seasons are distinct and make it imperative for newcomers to check with their University of Florida Extension Office… Read More
