Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping

July 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector

by Morgan Pinkerton
July 8, 2024

Recap of July 2024 First Friday with Florida First Detector In July, we talked about invasive pests of pine. Florida has about 17 million acres of forestland with a significant portion covered in pine. The state also has a significant pine ... READ MORE

Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Tags: Biosecurity, Early Detection, FFD23-24, FloridaFirstDetector, Invasive Species, Pines

Harnessing the Power of Rain: Installing a Rain Barrel at Home

by Abigail Payne
July 3, 2024

Water is one of the most valuable natural resources and with the ever growing concern of climate change and the hot dry conditions Northwest Florida has already experienced this summer, every drop counts. One way you could combat ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Water Conservation

Video: Mimosa as a Lawn Companion Plant

by Beth Bolles
July 3, 2024

The native Powderpuff mimosa, Mimosa strigillosa, has potential as a turf companion in the North Florida landscape. Learn about the growth of this plant to determine if you want to add it as a groundcover or companion plant in your yard. UF ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
Tags: Companion Plants, Groundcover, Native Mimosa, Pollinators, Turf Alternative, Turfgrass

City Tree Planting Project & Florida-Friendly Landscaping Class

by Alicia Lamborn
July 2, 2024

The City of Macclenny has recently adopted a Sustainable Tree Planting Initiative for the trees planted in city right-of-ways. The tree planting project is aimed at replacing invasive tree species to increase biodiversity, improve air and water ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources,
Tags: Classes And Events, Florida Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Landscaping, Native Plants, Trees, Urban Forestry

The International Society of Arboriculture Turns 100!

by Donna Corbelli Castro
July 2, 2024

ISA is born. In 1924 members of the Connecticut Tree Protective Association convened a meeting that would plant the seed for an organization that revolutionized the tree care industry. It was this gathering that became the first of 100 annual ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Management, Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Arboriculture, Arborist Certification, Climate Change, ISA, ISA Certification, ISA Turns 100, Newsletter, Trees, Urban Horticulture

Exploring Florida’s Native Gems: Carolina Jessamine

by Julia Sirchia
July 2, 2024

This bright and fragrant evergreen vine is often overlooked but can be easily recognized by its charming yellow flowers. And yes, it is a great addition to your landscape! In this series, we will uncover the origins, growing conditions, and ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Goals, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Saving Water, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water Wise

Carolina Yellow-Eyed Grass – Wild Weeds

by Alicia Halbritter
July 1, 2024

Wild Weeds – Weed of the Month Carolina Yellow-Eyed Grass Xyris caroliniana Carolina Yellow-Eyed Grass is a perennial wildflower found in flatwoods, sandhills, wet prairies, and other habitats in Florida. You'll find this plant blooming ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Natural Resources, NFLAG, Wild Weeds

Hot & Dry: Landscape Management for Florida’s Dry Season

by Michael D'Imperio
June 27, 2024

Florida's dry season can be a challenge for residential lawns and landscapes. The hot dry conditions can quickly deplete moisture from our sandy soils, leaving turf brown and landscape plants wilted. Because of these conditions, the dry season ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf, Water, Work & Life

Pollinator Appreciation Month

by Julia Sirchia
June 27, 2024

June is Pollinator Month! Pollinators are crucial for the reproduction of all kinds of plants. You’ve thought about where a baby comes from, but have you ever thought where a peach comes from? Let's explore why June is dedicated to these ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Dade City, Eating, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food, Food Safety, Fresh Fruit And Vegetables, Fruit, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Goals, Health, Healthy, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Nutrition, PolliNATION, Pollinator Gardens, Pollinators, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Vegetables

Weed of the Month: Indicators of Weeds

by Robert Annis
June 26, 2024

Creating a great looking lawn takes planning, time, and dedication. You water, prune, irrigate, fertilize and mow, and just when you think you have created the perfect plot - you see a weed. This blemish does not necessarily imply you did something ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
Tags: Integrated Pest Management, Lawn, Pests And Disease, PMU, Weeds

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