Another plant that you have seen in so many garden centers that you may have become “plant blind” to them is the Plectranthus – especially one called ‘Mona Lavender’. ‘Mona Lavender’ is a cultivar that is commonly available ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Welcome back to "The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!" If you’ve only shown animals at the county fair, you might be wondering, “Why do people go to prospect or jackpot shows, or even state fairs?” These additional events can offer unique opportunities ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
It is good to frequent your local garden center or nursery as you never know what might be there. New or rarely seen plants may pop up to tickle your fancy or catch your eye. Once such plant that I saw recently is called Abutilon or ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
Welcome back to "The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!" Today, we’re tackling an important question often asked by 4-H members and their families: "Why do I need a health certificate to take my animals to different shows and fairs?" Understanding the ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Welcome back to "The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!" Today’s question addresses a common concern among our youngest potential members and their parents: "Why can't I join the horse club or other large animal clubs or shooting sports when I am 5, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
You may have seen one of these plants before, or maybe even had one of your own. These small terrestrial bromeliads are often used in terrariums, dish gardens or even outside as a groundcover. Know best for their brilliantly colored ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
Welcome back to "The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!" Today, we're tackling a question that often comes up: "What do you do all day as a 4-H Agent? Don’t you just watch the clubs?" While watching and supporting our amazing 4-H clubs is certainly ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
Each hurricane leaves its own signature on the landscape. Milton left us with widespread leaf scorch and saltwater inundation damage marring our once-beautiful landscapes. Things may look bad, but we can look to the future for some recovery ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Welcome back to "The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!" Today, we’re diving into one of the most common misconceptions about 4-H: that it’s all about agriculture and showing animals. While agriculture and animal projects are certainly a big part ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Curriculum
As you start your gardening hobby here in Southwest Florida, any new tropical plant is a novelty to the beginning gardener. One such plant that you might receive from a neighbor or purchase from a local garden center or nursery is the ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes