UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County
Have you ever thought about the value of birds? I mean, the value in dollars. There over 18,000 birds on this planet; all are different and all play a role in keeping Florida ecosystems healthy. They can also… Read More
We all know pollinators are very important for the production of our food. Bees pollinate the cherry trees, and then the trees produce cherries. Same with apples, oranges, bananas and so on. But did you know that almost… Read More
Pinellas County’s Preserves are a great place to see our amazing wildflowers in their natural ecosystems. Autumn brings a flush of late-flowering plants; whose fruits and seeds may provide food for wildlife through the winter months. The drive… Read More
Join UF IFAS Extension Pinellas County on September 26, 2015 for an Introduction to Beekeeping. Register online. Beekeeping is becoming increasingly popular in Florida. Commercial beekeepers maintain hundreds if not thousands of colonies for honey production and to… Read More
Have you ever wondered if we have native bees in Florida? We do, and a lot of them! We actually have hundreds of native bee species buzzing around and they are quite different from the non-native European honey… Read More
Rain Gardens and You! Rain gardens are an important part of the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ concept, and can play a major role in reducing the amount of pollutants that are generated by our urban landscapes. So what is a rain… Read More
