Success in the garden can occur with proper watering. Learn several ways to water to your vegetables In the Home Garden with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. Watering the home garden with Escambia Extension. Posted by Escambia Extension… Read More
In Lesson 1 we looked all over our yards for habitats where animals might live. There were dead trees, live trees, rocks, logs, leaves, and others. I am not sure what you found in your yard but today… Read More
WELCOME TO SPRING! Due to the COVID-19 virus, all UF IFAS extension programs, meetings, site visits, and volunteer programs are suspended until MID-MAY. BLOG LESSONS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS APRIL 6-10 Youth will be posted in… Read More
Choose locally- grown strawberries during the harvesting season; they will be the freshest and the most flavorful. When picking strawberries, try to pick early in the morning or later in the day when the fruit is cool. Strawberries… Read More
Bush beans are an easy and enjoyable plant to grow in the home garden. These particular beans do not require a trellis and will be ready to start harvesting in about 50 days. Learn more about growing your… Read More
Now is a good time to start a small backyard garden. You can choose your favorite vegetables and herbs to grow in our warm season. Learn a starting point with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County In the Backyard… Read More
With the Spotted Turtle we begin a series of species that are often called “pond turtles”. These belong to one of the largest families – the Family Emydidae. It includes not only the spotted turtle but the box… Read More
Water – the magic molecule – the one that allows life to exist on our planet. Our objective is to better understand the issue of water quantity and quality in Florida, but we begin with understanding the molecule… Read More
Over the weekend one of our followers found a barking treefrog exploring their yard. This was great for the kids and a great teaching moment. They wanted to know about this frog and, because it is supposed to… Read More
Biking along the Blackwater Heritage Trail recently, my son pointed out an intimidating-looking flower and asked me about it. We pulled over and looked closely at the spiked leaves and bristles along the stems. Having experienced the unseen… Read More
