Ever grown an Everglades Tomato? These marble sized tomatoes can handle many of Florida’s elements and have a great flavor that’s both sweet and tangy. Many gardeners that allow this tomato to reside in their garden typically use the ... READ MORE
Category: , Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture
Plenty of farmers are selling their products on their farms to increase their customers. Many of these products require a food permit that the farmer must obtain before selling. On the other hand, there are several products that farmers can ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Herbs are everywhere in mixology, whether you know it or not. One herb that is just as home in your Florida garden as it is in cocktails is fennel. This perennial is extremely versatile, whether it is grown as an ornamental, for pollinators, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Of all the citrus varieties to choose from, a new type called the Australian finger lime is indeed different - a curiosity worth exploring. Not only is its fruit very different from any citrus you have seen and/or grown, but it is also ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Recap of August 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector In August, we focused on invasive pests of ornamental plants. While we covered a lot during our Final Friday webinar, we barely scratched the surface of invasive species as it relates ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Professional Development, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension,
Summer in Florida brings forth many things: onerous heat, perpetual rains, exciting vacations, and renewed physical activity. Before the cool fall harvest and reclusive winter, it is not too late to enjoy this season of growth. Purslane (Portulaca ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
I am delighted to announce registration is open for the 2025 Master Gardener Volunteer training program! If you're a Sarasota County resident, this is your chance to expand your horticultural knowledge, engage in meaningful community service, ... READ MORE
Category: Coasts & Marine, Community Volunteers, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Meet a Master Gardener Welcome to our "Meet a Master Gardener Volunteer" blog series, where we spotlight the dedicated individuals who make a significant impact in our community through their passion for horticulture and education. Today, we ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife, Work & Life
Life Giving You Lemons? Who gave lemons such a bad rap? There may be no more refreshing drink in the summertime than an ice cold lemonade. Thanks to worldwide trade, lemons are available all year round. Florida lemons, though, may be ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension