You were supposed to be in charge. You thought you were the Alpha. However, your large dog will dictate what plants you’ll have in your landscaping. You will eventually drop your head and accept that spending money replacing… Read More
I am getting some calls from people asking about the Asian Giant Hornet or the “murder hornet”. Vespa mandarinia, is native to Japan and can be found in many other countries throughout Asia. The first colony that was… Read More
According to the University of Florida/IFAS Invasive Species Council, invasive species are organisms that are non-native to an area, introduced by humans, and are causing an environmental or economic problem. For residents and visitors to Florida, this definition… Read More
Sanitation in your workplace We know that agricultural operations and workers are essential. But now that we might enter a “new normal” phase where we still have to practice sanitation while opening businesses like plant nurseries, farms, gardens… Read More
Over the past six weeks, we Extension Agents have had to adapt to the COVID-19 developments and measures implemented to ensure our health and safety. For obvious reasons, both the University of Florida and Miami-Dade County have prohibited… Read More
Summer season vegetable growing in South Florida is not as hard as it might seem! Florida gardeners have just proudly shared gorgeous photos of their Winter crops: kales, choi, tomatoes, herbs, etc. – harvested the last plants before… Read More
How is COVID-19 pandemic affecting the ornamental plant industry in Florida? Follow this interview by AFP news to a nursery grower and UF/IFAS Extension expert in Miami-Dade County By AFP. The palm trees that line many US boulevards,… Read More
Today, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. This holiday would not have been possible without the inspiration of a Wisconsin senator named Gaylord Nelson and Congressman Pete McCloskey. These men wanted college students to understand the… Read More
In honor of Earth Day 2020, it’s important to consider biodiversity and how we can incorporate this concept into our home gardens and landscapes.First, what is biodiversity? Biodiversity is the number and variety of species in a given… Read More
Many of us are realizing the benefits of being outdoors connected to nature as we self-confine in our homes during mandatory COVID-19 precautions and recommendations. While our parks are closed, we are finding respite in our own gardens… Read More
