Create your own native plant garden—in containers!

Did you know you can create a small habitat of Florida’s native plants – even if you live in a patio home, apartment or condo? By planting native plants in containers, you too can enjoy… Read More
by polkmg
Posted: August 26, 2019
Did you know you can create a small habitat of Florida’s native plants – even if you live in a patio home, apartment or condo? By planting native plants in containers, you too can enjoy… Read More
Posted: August 16, 2019
How often do you disinfect your garden tools? Can’t remember? Then now is the time! It is important to disinfect your garden tools to prevent the spread of pathogens in your landscape. Cleaning is a… Read More
by polkmg
Posted: August 5, 2019
If your garden is like mine, it’s a jungle by now. But there are things we can do to prepare for the more temperate upcoming veggie plot. First, soil solarization: You clear the spot where… Read More
Posted: July 10, 2019
There are so many options when choosing an irrigation system it can be confusing. Micro-irrigation is a great choice for many reasons. Not only is it easy to install, but it is also inexpensive and… Read More
by polkmg
Posted: June 5, 2019
Creating a maintaining a landscape that attracts desirable wildlife, such as bees, butterflies, and birds, is easy to do. Follow these simple tips to get started! 1. Start small – and have a bit of… Read More
Category: Home Landscapes, Uncategorized
Tags: Anne Yasalonis, ayasalonis, bees, Birds, butterflies, flowers, Master Gardener Volunteer, native plants, Polk County, polkgardening, Polkmg, pollinators, wildlife
by polkmg
Posted: June 5, 2019
“I must have flowers, always, and always.” ― Claude Monet Like most gardeners, I can relate to this quote. I love flowers, and as a lifetime gardener, one goal has always been, if possible, to… Read More
Posted: May 13, 2019
Hurricane season starts June 1st. You are probably aware of preparations you need to make inside the home, but what do you need to do in your landscape? Survey your property now and look for… Read More
by polkmg
Posted: May 9, 2019
May is a good month to take a close look at one of our favorite plants, the gardenia. These shrubs are evergreen, and like other evergreens, they do lose and replace leaves as time goes… Read More
Category: Home Landscapes, Uncategorized
Tags: Anne Yasalonis, ayasalonis, gardenia, Master Gardener, Master Gardener Volunteer, Polk County, polkgardening, Polkmg
Posted: May 2, 2019
Starting a vegetable garden for the first time? Need a refresher in laying out a square foot garden grid? We offer a series of videos to help you start a successful vegetable garden. Learn how… Read More
by polkmg
Posted: April 22, 2019
Earth Day is always a great time to focus on Florida’s environmental health. It can be discouraging to read about declining water quality, disappearing natural habitat and other problems facing our irreplaceable natural resources. Ready… Read More
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