Beach sunflower is one of our coastal plants that makes an attractive landscape plant. Learn how to use this in your garden with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/VltRf4Oq6sE?si=jnNMuv6O4osNZ0Kx READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
I first became acquainted with the lovely Stokes’ aster (Stokesia laevis) when we were designing a landscape for the county’s green roof. A rather daunting project, the 33,000 square foot roof is the largest of its kind in Florida. Our ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources
Southern magnolia makes an attractive tree in the Florida landscape. Choosing the best spot for your tree is important for its optimum growth. https://youtu.be/Lhwia3dKrFo?si=82CVEs92s_K4yREX READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
A Master Gardener Volunteer with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County shows one option for a backyard hydroponics system for growing lettuce. https://youtu.be/Lu5K1uqlulQ?si=9v7IgwT8MapzNSEY READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
Coreopsis flowers are like sunshine on a stem. Their bright, festive yellow petals look up to the sun and are especially striking when planted en masse. Our Master Gardeners have planted and tended a garden of these cheerful asters at the ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources
For years, I’ve recommended a plant—the rain lily (Zephyranthes spp.)—for people interested in building rain gardens. In truth, I’d never knowingly seen the plant in the field or a landscape, but many horticulture professionals I ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources
Native azaleas are a beautiful feature for a home landscape. Learn about this plant and what will be the best spot for a native azalea with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/h5k1fEJxk9w?si=YrLVVPge7TW_1Xch READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
Spring has arrived! Azaleas are in full bloom and the bluebirds are busily working on nests. Also in full bloom are the Demonstration Gardens of UF IFAS Extension, Escambia County. Known informally as the “Demo Garden,” the landscape ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources
Lichens are commonly seen on many landscape plants. They are often thought to be the cause when a plant is in decline. Learn information about lichens and why you see them on your plants with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/gBQQeBnwtnQ?si=27E0kVg3nSV76a-T READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
I’ve only dedicated one of these blogs to an individual before, after the passing of Navarre’s beloved Kayak Dave. But after losing a friend and mentor earlier this week, I knew it was time for another personal tribute. Sheila Dunning ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources