Many of us have memories of warm summer nights watching fireflies. Some of us might have even chased and caught a few to put in mason jars for observation, fascinated by their glowing abdomens. Floridians actually have the best chance ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Wildlife
In Florida and elsewhere, cities are a mixture of exotic and native species. These novel or “recombinant ecosystems” represent unique plant and animal communities that have been purposely or accidentally created by humans. The question posed ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Invasive Species, Lawn, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
To claim a permanent place in my perennial bed, I ask only three things of a plant: be self-sufficient after becoming established, don’t be invasive in natural areas or overly aggressive in the garden, and look pretty for at least most of ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a multi-state citizen science project that was started by the University of Georgia in 2017 with 50 gardeners counting pollinator landings on plants. Since then, it has expanded to South Carolina, ... READ MORE
Category: , Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Hot weather and lawn weed killers, called herbicides, do not mix well. Spraying a lawn with an herbicide when temperatures are too high can damage or even kill your grass. Most herbicide labels include a warning like this: "Do not use ... READ MORE
Category: Lawn
Introduction Welcome to The Lustful Epicureans, A series that examines and celebrates the full spectrum of flavor hidden in the tropical orchards and forests of South Florida. Fruit is a story of culture, chemistry, tastes, and history in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS ExtensionIntroduction Welcome to The Lustful Epicureans, A series that examines and celebrates the full spectrum of flavor hidden in the tropical orchards and forests of South Florida. Fruit is a story of culture, chemistry, tastes, and history in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS ExtensionIntroduction Welcome to The Lustful Epicureans, A series that examines and celebrates the full spectrum of flavor hidden in the tropical orchards and forests of South Florida. Fruit is a story of culture, chemistry, tastes, and history in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, UF/IFAS Extension
Introduction Welcome to The Lustful Epicureans, A series that examines and celebrates the full spectrum of flavor hidden in the tropical orchards and forests of South Florida. Fruit is a story of culture, chemistry, tastes, and history in ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Dogfennel (Eupatorium capillifolium), which some people refer to as summer cedar, is a perennial weed that can be difficult to control. When mowed down or cut it grows back from a woody base. Additionally, it produces seeds with hairs that ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease