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
Walking along the beach, my eyes are naturally drawn to the waves. That mesmerizing, repetitive motion of water is both calming and endlessly fascinating. But have you ever looked back at the dunes and noted the shape of the vegetation growing ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Forests, Natural Resources
Many shrubs can benefit from a little pruning. Choosing what to prune to maintain a plant's natural look can sometimes be a challenge. Get a few tips on pruning shrubs with cane type growth from UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/92dicmverCQ?si=QA0pcXFFUMw4ST-V READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
JOIN YOUR LOCAL PARTICIPATING UF IFAS EXTENSION OFFICE IN THE PANHANDLE OF FLORIDA TO CELEBRATE POLLINATORS WITH NO MOW MARCH. https://go.ufl.edu/nomowmarch Landscapes and lawns have potential to support many of our native pollinators ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Most of us are familiar with the Appalachian Trail, the popular hiking route that follows the mountains from Maine for nearly 2200 miles to north Georgia. But did you know you could set off from Fort Pickens at Pensacola Beach and follow ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Fall is the season for leaf color changes on many plants, but we are often concerned when we see evergreen plants with brown leaves. Learn what is normal browning for evergreens and when to seek more help from UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/ogGGuh3YxlA READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
Plants with variegated foliage are very popular landscape selections. As flowers fade on other plants, the colors of variegated foliage continue to add interest through multiple seasons. A very adaptable shrub that has been around for a long ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES
We are always on the lookout for an attractive plant for our landscape. At the nursery, some plants have a more difficult time gaining our attention. They may not be as showy with either colorful flowers and bold foliage. In these cases, we ... READ MORE
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Shrubs can serve many purposes in a landscape and have been used in both mass plantings and as accent features. They can include plants that offer colorful blooms, food for pollinators, and screens for less than favorable views. We tend ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES