UF IFAS Escambia County Extension will be teaching a series of gardening courses for the Fall season. These talks are part of the community programs presented by Myrtle Grove United Methodist Church. The topics presented by Extension faculty ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureHomeowners and horticulture professionals spend time to develop an attractive ornamental bed only to have weeds take over months or a few years later. One common method in the attempt to prevent weeds is to apply a landscape fabric around plants ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, LawnApplications for the 2016-17 Master Gardener Volunteer Training class are now available. If you are interested in learning about horticulture and serving as a volunteer with UF IFAS Escambia County Extension, please contact Beth at bbolles@ufl.edu ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, HorticultureNormally azaleas are just a forgotten green shrub in summer but the Encore® azaleas offer color even during the hottest times of the growing season. These selections may tolerate more sun but prefer to have some shade when temperatures are ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPESUniversity of Florida palm and disease Extension specialist Dr. Monica Elliott will share information on palm installation and best management practices. Join us Wednesday, July 27, 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. at the Escambia County Central Office ... READ MORE
Category: Events, HorticultureSPRING GARDEN FESTIVAL, Saturday, May 7 - 8:00 a.m. - Noon Join Escambia County Master Gardeners for garden demonstrations, plant information, and a plant sale this Saturday morning. Tour the beautiful gardens and ask one of the many volunteers ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural ResourcesApplications are now available for the 2016 Master Gardener training program. If you want to learn about gardening and give back to the community as a volunteer, contact Escambia Extension office at 475-5230 or email bbolles@ufl.edu to request ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Horticulture, Lawn