Since it has been raining a lot now, I have been clipping my lawn down to the lowest height possible, so that I don't have to mow so often. I am sure that it won't dry up. But what can I do to thicken it up? I feed it a lot, but still there ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
My Plants need a Snorkel We needed rain and our wishes were granted. The soil was dry and dusty when I planted salvia in my yard, right before the tropical storm that unleashed torrents of rain in North Florida. After 12-17 inches of rain descended, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease
One of the easiest ways to attract wildlife is to plant flowers, shrubs and trees that birds and pollinators need for their species to survive. It’s easy to attract these beneficial guests to your yard or patio by selecting the right plant ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Congratulations to Fort Pierce Inlet State Park in St. Lucie County and Audubon of Martin County for proclaiming commitment to conserve rare atala butterflies on their properties. A new program initiated by the UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, WildlifeCongratulations to Fort Pierce Inlet State Park in St. Lucie County for having proclaimed commitment to conserve rare atala butterflies on their properties. A new program initiated by the UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County in conjunction with ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, Wildlife
What is rain water harvesting? Have you ever wondered how you can utilize our rain water? Last Water Wednesday, the Florida-Friendly Landscaping Agent in Seminole County, Tina McIntyre, went through the basics of a rain barrel. To read more ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water