The recent cool snap has put us back on track temperature-wise. If you’ve already planted warm weather veggies, they’ve probably slowed down their initial growth. A few days of 80 degree sun will get them going again, but if you haven’t ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS ExtensionHighlands County Agricultural Tour Tickets are now ON SALE! Tickets for our Southern Highlands County Tour taking place on Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 are available! Dates/Times: Thursday, March 22nd, 2018 - Southern Highlands County ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Livestock, Turf
Africanized Bee Awareness Air_Potato_Vine_Infestation_Site-_Beetle_Request_Form Alternative pesticides Assassin (wheel) bug BagWorms bird gardens chayote citrus care citrus greening citrus insect and fertilizer2 Common ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Turf, Work & Life
Is the plant you're getting rid of a weed or an edible? It's possible that some of the weeds you are pulling could be incorporated into your next meal. Before you think about using weeds as food, there are a few ground rules. Before ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
This past weekend marked the thirteenth annual Garden Fair hosted by the Sweetwater Oaks Garden Club (SWOGC). Over 100 vendors with plants, shrubs, nature photography and yard art attended the two-day event in Longwood, just northwest of Orlando. ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Teaching
When is a Hosta not a Hosta? A Hosta is not a Hosta when it is an African False Hosta! Also called just plain African Hosta, this little plant can make an amazing specimen in your landscape. A few years ago a UF/IFAS Specialist was sharing ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture
It’s right here, right now – spring in Osceola County is the best time and place to be gardening. Our subtropical climate frees us to prepare garden beds after the frosts of January and February, allowing plants more time to mature ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS ExtensionFor many homeowners, watering plants is a way of life. During this time of the year Central Florida experiences day time temperatures ranges from about 75 to 85 degrees and low rainfall. High temperature, high humidity and low rainfall will ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf, WaterHomestead, FL - For the last 55 years, the Annual Agricultural Farm Tour and Luncheon tours different agricultural operations to showcase the diversity and uniqueness of farming in South Florida’s subtropical climate. Additionally, the Board ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research,
The UF/IFAS Mid-Florida Research and Education Center joined other University of Florida colleges, centers and programs at the annual Gator Day, held at the state capitol in Tallahassee. Each group got the opportunity to represent their area ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching