Grow a Candlebush Cassia

Interested in a beautiful annual that will add a tropical touch to your garden. Join Carol Lord in the garden to learn about the Candlebush cassia.
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 29, 2017
Interested in a beautiful annual that will add a tropical touch to your garden. Join Carol Lord in the garden to learn about the Candlebush cassia.
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 18, 2017
A new tree or shrub is an investment for the future. When we pick an ornamental plant, we have the hope that it will survive for many years and offer seasons of beauty that enhance… Read More
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: circling roots, rootball, tree planting
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 18, 2017
The year’s mild winter and frequent rain showers have created lush lawns and gardens with an abundance of insects. As a result, we are seeing many predator arthropods taking advantage of the available feast. One… Read More
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: beneficial, shrubs, spider, Spiny orb weavers, trees
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 15, 2017
Citrus greening is a devastating disease affecting all cultivars of citrus. It is likely caused by a bacteria that is spread through the feeding of a specific insect, the Asian citrus phyllid. Once a tree… Read More
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 11, 2017
Air layering is an easy method to propagate new plants that results in a larger specimen for potting up. Not every plant can successfully form an air layer and there are specific steps in order… Read More
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Tags: air layer, County, Escambia, gardening, Master Gardeners, plants, propagation
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 8, 2017
We are now accepting applications for the 2018 Master Gardener Volunteer Training program. If you are interested in learning about gardening and serving the community, please request an application packet by calling 475-5230 or emailing… Read More
Category: Community Volunteers, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources
Tags: Escambia County, Extension, gardening, Master Gardeners, University of Florida, volunteer
by Beth Bolles
Posted: August 8, 2017
Homeowners with St. Augustinegrass and Zoysiagrass are starting to see tiny tan moths erratically flying over the lawn. These moths will rest in turf and other groundcovers and fly up when disturbed. They are not… Read More
Category: Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease
Tags: Escambia County, lawns, moths, pests, sod webworm, St. Augustine, St. Augustinegrass, turf, zoysia, zoysiagrass
by Beth Bolles
Posted: July 12, 2017
Learn about a few hydrangeas for the Gulf Coast garden from Carol Lord with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County.
Category: Home Landscapes
by Beth Bolles
Posted: July 6, 2017
If you are interested in the University of Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program in Escambia County, plan to attend a special Volunteer Open House on Tuesday, August 8. Learn about training sessions, volunteer activities, and… Read More
by Beth Bolles
Posted: June 27, 2017
Basil is a favorite plant in the summer herb garden and an absolute must for those who enjoy fresh leaves for a sandwich or delicious homemade pesto. While we grow basil as a food enhancer,… Read More
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables
Tags: basil, Escambia County, gardens edibles, herbs, North Florida, pollinators
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