Category: Pests & Disease

Gardening by the Sea: Tips and Tricks

by Judy Jean
November 16, 2023

When it comes to gardening, few settings are as enchanting as the coastal landscape. The sound of waves crashing in the background, the soft sea breeze, and the unique flora and fauna make beachside gardens truly special. But gardening by the ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease
Tags: Beach, Coastal Systems, Flagler County, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening

Is Your Landscape Prepared For The Storm?

by Judy Jean
August 28, 2023

Living in the beautiful coastal community of Flagler County, Florida, comes with its fair share of perks, but it also means being prepared for the potential impact of hurricanes. As hurricane season approaches, it's crucial to not only secure ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Disaster, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Hurricane Preparedness, Hurricane Recovery, Residential Landscape

A Guide to Registering for Pesticide Exams (with pictures)

by Alex Tays
August 18, 2023

A common request I get from folks calling the extension office is how they go about getting their pesticide license. The Flagler County Extension Office offers free pesticide testing to the first 5 applicants to register for testing on the 2nd ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Forests, Horticulture, Livestock, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Certification, FDACS, Pesticide, UF/IFAS Extension

Grape Expectations: Growing Muscadine Grapes

by Judy Jean
July 23, 2023

While citrus trees have long been a popular choice for home gardeners, let me introduce you to the delightful world of muscadine grapes—a refreshing alternative that may just make you reconsider your planting preferences. Muscadine grapes ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Edible Crops, Flagler County, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruit, Garden, Gardening, Grape, Grapes, Grapevine, Muscadine, Plants

Irrigation Orientation – A Webinar Series for Florida Homeowners

by Yilin
April 20, 2021

Are you frustrated that with all the energy and money devoted to your yard, you still have patchy turfgrass or weed spots? Or you are spending too much money to keep your grass green? Did you know... it all starts with irrigation! In this ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Extension Learning, Florida Friendly, Grass, Irrigation, Lawn, Residential Irrigation, Residential Landscape, Virtual Workshop, Water, Water Conservation

The Fungus Amungus

by Mimi Vreeland
September 18, 2020

Summer rains bring different kinds of fungi, some are bad and some are harmless. Water carries disease, so proper landscape care is needed to help keep your beloved plants healthy. Mushrooms Suddenly appearing throughout your landscape and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension

Gardening During Covid-19

by Mimi Vreeland
June 15, 2020

Benefits of Gardening During Covid-19 This week's Virtual Plant Clinic topic is facilitated by Joanne Mason, Master Gardener Volunteer for UF/IFAS Extension Flagler County, RN, MS. We encourage you to attend our Thursday Plant Clinic ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Adult Children, COVID-19, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Planting, Plants

Virtual Plant Clinic in Flagler County

by Mimi Vreeland
June 9, 2020

Introduction: Please register for our Thursday Virtual Plant Clinic at: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsc-qrrDMvHtDKgWQOVlAPiXpNQk5w0qaA Please join our Virtual Plant Clinic at 10:00 am every Thursday morning. ... READ MORE

Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Clinic, Diagnostic, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Lawn, Plant, Planting, Plants, Virtual, Zoom

What’s That Black Stuff on My Plant?

by Teresa O'Reilly
October 31, 2018

A common question that UF IFAS Extension Services answers for residents of Flagler is, what is causing a black, soot like substance to accumulate on plant leaves. To get to the answer it may be helpful to look at the situation as a plant detective. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Pests & Disease,
Tags: Aphids, Plants

Pine Trees in Trouble

by Sol Looker
September 28, 2018

Pine Tree Decline is a Common Issue The UF/IFAS Flagler County Extension Service receives at least three calls a week concerning the health of declining pine trees. What is killing these trees? The answer is a little more complicated than it ... READ MORE

Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Pests & Disease
Tags: Pine Beetles, Pine Tree

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