Growing Ginger Root in North Florida
Fall is finally here and we are beginning to enjoy our first few bursts of cold air coming in from the northwest. For many, this inspires us to prepare dishes with all of our favorite seasonal spices –… Read More
Tag: Perennials
Do Your Plants have Problems?
Many gardeners get stumped when a favorite plant of theirs comes down with a strange “something”. Many of these gardeners know about UF/IFAS Extension and call their local horticulture and agriculture agents for assistance in figuring out… Read More
‘Tis the Season for U-Pick Blueberries!
There is something almost magical about picking vibrantly blue blueberries off a bush and eating them fresh. If you watch the blueberries develop, you see them go from shades of pale green and blush red to dark and… Read More
The David W. Marshall IFAS Extension Office Demonstration Garden
Guest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat November 6, 2015 By: Lana Arnold “…that which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” is the often quoted Shakespearean line. The “rose “ with a new… Read More
Sunflowers Are a Good Idea
Tallahassee Democrat October 16, 2015 By Steve Chandler Planting sunflowers in your spring garden can make you feel pretty smart once fall arrives. Sunflowers are one of the few varieties of native flowers that can bloom all the… Read More
Reference Books for Gardeners and Landscapers Alike
As our world and our lives become more centered on technology it seems that all the information we need is just a touch screen away. After all, you are most likely reading this article from a laptop, smart… Read More
Garden Inspiration
Tallahassee Democrat May 1, 2015 By: Marilyn Larson Maclay Gardens Tour. Photo by Betsy Kellenberger Where do you go to get inspiration for your garden? Books and magazines offer… Read More
Bold Colors for Your Fall Landscape
I think it’s safe to say fall is officially here. Shouts can be heard from local football stadiums, occasionally a crisp fall breeze will send us looking for a light jacket, and coffee shops are pushing all things… Read More
Growing Your Own Bouquet
Tallahassee Democrat Photo by Pam Sawyer: gaillardia May 9, 2014 Go out into the yard and cut your own bouquet? Well, with a little planning and effort you can. If you… Read More
So, You Have Alkaline Soil…
So you have alkaline soil… What next? Throughout the Panhandle, a common problem that often arises is finding a way to raise soil pH. This is due to the fact that we often encounter sandy, acid soils in this region. An often… Read More