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
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When pruning a branch, it is important to make a correct cut for the health of the plant. Learn how to remove a branch on a tree or shrub with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/9trBQFZYzhQ?si=nQk-FBaj115XvjxN READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
Learn a few easy steps from University of Florida IFAS Escambia Extension to selectively prune your crape myrtles. https://youtu.be/o13s4nuwdEU?si=AD14ZdqnQfuuX43n READ MORE
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Although not native to Florida, the Loquat or Japanese plum is adapted to North Florida conditions. Unlike its relatives, apple, peach, and pear, the loquat is an evergreen tree providing a tropical look with attractive dark green leaves. Flowers ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables
If you love wildflowers, the Fall season has so many plants for you to enjoy. We often think of wildflowers as those in natural settings, on roadsides, or in drainage spots. Here are a few wildflowers that make excellent landscape additions. Goldenrods ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
UF IFAS Extension Escambia County was recently able to offer a native tree and shrub giveaway to our community. A county partner had some grant funding remaining and chose a nice selection of plants grown by a local native nursery. After seeing ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Wildlife
Salvias are a popular group of plants for attracting pollinators and adding lots of color to the landscape. A unique salvia that offers velvety flowers is the Mexican bush sage, Salvia leucantha. In our heat, Mexican bush sage can tolerate ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
The Great Southeast Pollinator Census began in Georgia in 2019 with the goals of increased pollinator habitat, teaching the public the importance of insects, and providing useful data to researchers. 2024 is the first year for Florida to be ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, Wildlife
The native Powderpuff mimosa, Mimosa strigillosa, has potential as a turf companion in the North Florida landscape. Learn about the growth of this plant to determine if you want to add it as a groundcover or companion plant in your yard. UF ... READ MORE
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