October is the month that most of us seek out pumpkins for our festive dishes and decor. Fortunately, there are so many to choose from. Pumpkin colors ranging from Orange, red, green, pink, blue and white are all… Read More
This summer my property has been bombarded by fuzzy teardrop-shaped caterpillars. This fiend is the “puss caterpillar.” It is the larva of the southern flannel moth (Megalopyge opercularis). The puss caterpillar is also known as Italian asp, possum… Read More
I think that I shall never see a rouge plant lovely as a tree. But they are still really cool plants. A shade-loving and long-lived perennial, rouge plant (Rivina humilis) grows naturally in the dappled shade under trees,… Read More
Caladium Production in Central Florida During the past 10 years, the University of Florida and Robert D. Hartman of Classic Caladium LLC, have developed breeding programs producing 25 new varieties during recent years. Both programs include commercial production… Read More
Volusia County Master Gardeners will host a tour of several Florida Friendly Landscaping areas at the Volusia County Agricultural Center on Thursday, May 30 starting at 9:00. There will be a plant sale afterwards for tour participants. This tour… Read More
Training Session Date & Time 06/07/2019 08:00 AM – 03:30 PM Training Location UF/IFAS Extension, Volusia County 3100 E. New York Ave DeLand, FL 32724-6497, VOLUSIA Training Cost: $30.00 Registration Closing Date: 05/31/2019, Friday Is this training open… Read More
In April, the UF/IFAS Extension Commercial Horticulture, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Family Nutrition Program agents and staff teamed up to deliver a joint event serving hundreds of Volusia County residents at the Deland Farmers Market. Commercial Horticulture Agent, Karen… Read More
“Don’t get rid of that pile of debris,” my neighbor told me recently. “There is a box turtle living under it. He is so cute!” I grinned with satisfaction and then introduced her to brush piles. A brush… Read More
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New Year’s Resolutions are a time when you reflect on the past and set goals for personal improvement. The Florida Gardener has a great opportunity to make some resolutions that can benefit any landscape. I’ve often been asked … Read More
