Caterpillars in the Vegetable Garden
In the last few weeks, more garden pests have arrived! It is a fact of life in northwest Florida that we will have a few things in our garden including heat, moisture (humidity and rainfall), and… Read More
Citrus Choices for the Panhandle
The panhandle of Florida is a great place to grow citrus with our plentiful sunshine and sandy soil. But some varieties do better than others. Here are some that thrive in the more northerly climes… Read More
What’s Wrong with My Camellia Leaves?
Recently, a home gardener brought in some strange looking new leaves on his camellia. The youngest leaves were thick and fleshy and looked more characteristic of a succulent type plant than a camellia. What’s wrong… Read More
Bonsai Class!
Bonsai will be the topic of the April 25 “Mondays in the Gardens” series at the Pensacola State College Milton campus, 5988 Highway 90 in Milton. Pierre Kaufke will lead the one hour presentation beginning… Read More
Leaf Mold Infecting High Tunnel Tomatoes
High tunnels have gained popularity in Florida over the past 10 years. The USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service EQIP program and others like it have increased high tunnel acreage in Florida from none being reported… Read More
Remember Safety when at the Beach!!
The sugary white sands along the Panhandle, attract millions of visitors to our area throughout the year. It is important for locals and visitors to understand and consider the following tips for safety at the… Read More
Small Steps Are the Key to Healthy Change
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. once said, “The greatest thing in the world is not so much where we are, but in which direction we are moving.” That saying holds true when it comes to our… Read More
Too Late yet Too Early
Author: J. Bryan Unruh, Ph.D. – Extension Turf Specialist Spring has sprung! With that comes the urge to ramp up spring landscaping projects – planting a garden; replenishing the mulch in the beds; planting summer… Read More
Santa Rosa County Fair Information
Every year 4-Hers are given many opportunities through the county fair and it is about that time again! 4-H Members who have exhibits to be put into the fair for judging needs to fill out… Read More
Farm Estate Planning: What Will Happen to Your Farm?
The question of what happens to the family farm is often riddled with many emotional opinions. So much so, that families may not communicate effectively about their wishes or plans. Many life events can change… Read More