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Preserving Strawberries: A Guide to Freezing

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February 16, 2024

As we relish the flavors of locally grown strawberries, their sweet aroma and vibrant hues evoke the essence of sunshine captured in each bite. In the wake of Valentine's Day, where strawberries often take center stage, let's dive into the art ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Food Preservation, Food Safety, Freezing Fruit, Strawberries
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Video: Growing and Using Basil


August 5, 2021

Basil is a very popular herb for the summer garden. UF IFAS Extension in Escambia County provides some basics of growing basil and using the leaves for a refreshing summertime drink. https://youtu.be/c9_X_KPl6mY READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES
Tags: Basil, Deadheading, Edibles, Escambia County, Harvesting Herbs, Herb Gardening, Lime Basil, Pollinators, Sweet Basil, Using Herbs, Video

Video: Growing and Saving Blackberries


June 3, 2021

Blackberries are one of the easiest fruiting crops to grow in the North Florida garden. Fruits mature during the month of May and early June. If you don't plan to eat your blackberries fresh, learn some quick tips from UF IFAS Escambia County ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Berry Crops, Blackberries, Fruit, Harvesting, Low Maintenance Fruit, North Florida Fruit, Storing Blackberries

Video: Growing Chamomile in the North Florida Garden


April 28, 2021

Chamomile is recognizable as a tea but not a common plant found in many Florida herb gardens. Learn about growing chamomile in order to make a cup of your own tea with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/OIuMA0OR95o READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, SFYL Hot Topic
Tags: Chamomile, Container Gardening, Edibles, Gardening, Herbs, Tea

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