In a few days we’ll be getting the full effect of “winter wonderland” with temperatures ranging from 26°-35°F. In case you’re wondering when or how you should protect your plants from a freeze, keep reading for more Florida friendly ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
A Florida Freeze A Florida Freeze is upon us. Every once in a while, Nassau County will freeze. Many of our landscape plants will not be affected by any cold snaps, but we do have some plants that may be susceptible to frost or freeze damage. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf
Torchwood is a very unique and under-utilized native tree that occurs mostly in South Florida and the Florida Keys. It also occurs in Mexico and the Caribbean. It can also grow on the East Coast of Florida to 9B, around St. Augustine. Torchwood ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
The First Master Gardener Volunteers In the early ’70s, two overworked Horticulture Extension Agents from Washington state came up with a bright idea. They would train volunteers in the art and science of horticulture to help them answer ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tips from the Help Desk... Fall cool weather lawn fungus by David Austin Residential Horticulture Agent and Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator What up with my grass? Are you noticing large discolored patches of grass in your St. Augustine ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension,
Want to learn about gardening? Join us every Thursday at the library! South Regional Library 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway Naples, FL 34113 10am-11:30am REGISTRATION https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-educational-garden-workshop-series-tickets-481517571017 DATES ... READ MORE
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Healthy lawns are things that when green and healthy, we can perhaps not give it too much attention. But, with a bit of green or brown, the lawn is suddenly very important. We want it green and full. Does that healthy lawn affect the environment ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Turf, Water
Plants and turf in Central Florida landscapes go dormant in the fall. Flowers, bark, and foliage makes a fall-to-winter garden showier when the temperature cools! There are some native and non-native plants which may add some interest ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture
"The Neighborhood Gardener" is the monthly e-newsletter from the UF/IFAS Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program. Winter Berries From hollies to viburnum, winter brings pops of color to the landscape in the form of berries. Planting one ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Interested in learning some cool new topics while earning your CEUs for your pesticide applicator license? Have you noticed that people notice their palm trees once they start looking ratty? Well maintained trees can add value to your property, ... READ MORE
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