Wild Weeds – Weed of the Month Elderberry Sambucus nigra (subsp.) canadensis Elderberry is a Florida native tree/shrub that is often found in wet, open spaces. From spring to fall Elderberry can be distinguished by its large, flat… Read More
Mahonia is a large genus of evergreen shrubs, although only a handful of species are well suited to Florida landscapes. But if you’re looking for a drought tolerant, shade-tolerant shrub then you’ll want to consider a Mahonia. These… Read More
The Blue Point Juniper has dense, blue‐green foliage making it a nice specimen tree for landscapes. Its pyramidal form and blue coloring will make a statement and contrast nicely with surrounding plants. Just be sure to give this… Read More
Wild Weeds – Weed of the Month Japanese Climbing Fern Lygodium japonicum Climbing Fern has underground rhizomes but can also reproducing using wind-dispersed spores. These methods of plant reproduction in combination with little environmental effects to the plant… Read More
Named by Ponce de Leon in 1513, La Florida means “Land of Flowers” — and indeed it is! Florida has more than 3,600 native and naturalized flowering species. Wildflowers are plants that grow in their natural state with… Read More
The following classes will be offered during March at the Baker County Extension Office: Gardening for Pollinators & Landscaping for Success March 22 Gardening for Pollinators, 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Baker County Extension Office. Learn which plants… Read More
Whether you are new to Florida gardening or not, this class will offer some great resources to help you be successful in your yard. Topics include common mistakes made by gardeners, landscaping tips, and top performing plants recommended… Read More
Load up your wagon for the 10th annual Baker County Spring Garden Festival and enjoy a fun-filled day of shopping from local plant vendors, plus kid’s activities, gardening exhibits, door prizes and more. Visitors can also receive Florida-Friendly… Read More
Gardeners will find it difficult to grow certain plant species in high pH soils and therefore should match plants to the existing site conditions. The pH of a soil measures relative acidity or alkalinity. The acidity-alkalinity scale ranges… Read More
