"Gardening requires lots of water - most of it in the form of perspiration." ~ Lou Erickson Florida’s winter and spring tend to be drier months. The gardener should plan on providing supplemental irrigation. A supply of quality water, ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
A bit of garden wit, ascribed to Dave Barry, “your first job is to prepare the soil. The best tool for this is your neighbor's motorized garden tiller. If your neighbor does not own a garden tiller, suggest that he buy one." Turn soils ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Creating family memories, exploring the great outdoors, stimulating curious minds...these are a few benefits to interacting with plants and nature. Pressing plants is an easy and enjoyable activity. Diane W., Nature Coast Master Gardener, class ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Spruce up a window sill, table top or porch with potted plants. Containers are portable and provide an instant fix to problem areas. DIY with container combinations of edible and flowering annuals (single season) and perennials (live more than ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture