Edamame Growth Stages in Miami-Dade County By You's Kertye Myrtil, Vander Rocha Lacerda, and Xiaoying Li This EDIS publication provides an overview of the growth stages of edamame (Glycine max (L.) Merr.), a promising new crop introduced ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture
Who doesn’t like flowers? Often vibrant in color and sweet in scent, flowers are lovely whether growing from the garden or fresh cut in a vase. They work well in a dinner table centerpiece, as gifts for loved ones, and for splashes of color ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Read the latest publication from the Department of Horticultural Sciences for July and August 2025. In this post, you can click on the title to go to the Ask IFAS page and download the document in PDF format. Stay informed about the latest contributions ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Horticulture
Read the latest publications from the Department of Environmental Horticulture for July and August 2025. In this post, you can click on the title of interest to go to the Ask IFAS page and download the document in PDF format. Stay informed about ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf
Discover the latest research and practical solutions from UF/IFAS experts. This is a new EDIS/Ask IFAS document published by the Department of Horticultural Sciences during May and June. Stay informed and inspired with our updates! Postharvest ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Horticulture
While you have undoubtedly seen a star upon a Christmas tree, have you ever seen this star-shaped mushroom growing from the soil of your potted plants? This holiday season, I am reminded of the Earthstar mushroom. Earthstars Are Growing Slightly I ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Summer in Florida brings forth many things: onerous heat, perpetual rains, exciting vacations, and renewed physical activity. Before the cool fall harvest and reclusive winter, it is not too late to enjoy this season of growth. Purslane (Portulaca ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Trying new things is a healthy part of life. Even the small stuff counts, such as trying a fruit you have never tasted before. You just have to hope the risk of trying new things plays out well and not poorly. I raise you this: sometimes it ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Horticulture
Like many people seeking enrichment during the COVID-19 pandemic, I sought discovery of new hobbies including indoor plant cultivation. I started with a few houseplants. Their growth and beauty would be a physical reflection of hard work and ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
One of my favorite parts of living in Florida is having more access to tropical fruit. The classic sweetness of mango, the distinct and delicate flavors of guava and papaya, and the almost chocolaty taste of sapodilla are simple yet profound ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Work & Life