Often, the question of "wildflower vs. weed" is a matter of location. I recently decided to test that concept with the native succulent "weed" Portulaca pilosa, a.k.a. pink purslane. Trivia factoid #1 - One nickname ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn
The purpose of this award program is to recognize individuals, businesses, and community associations that are committed to conserving water resources and protecting the environment utilizing Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles. Winning ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Water
By Ralph E. Mitchell As I mentioned last week, we just finished our 2018 Master Gardener Training activity called the “Parade of Plants” where Master Gardener Trainees pick a plant they like and then develop a short ten-minute presentation. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
June 1st starts the Nitrogen restrictive season. No nitrogen applications allowed until September 30th please see the Manatee County Fertilizer Ordinance for more information. Applications of fertilizer that has an analysis (N-P-K) on ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Natural Resources, Turf, Water
If you have ever been to Home Depot and seen a Venus flytrap for sale, you can most likely thank Flori-Design, Inc. in Eustis, Florida. Flori-Design, Inc. specializes in carnivorous plants, dish gardens, fairy gardens, terrariums, miniature ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Subscribe to the Green Gazette The mission of the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program is to educate Floridians about science-based, environmentally friendly landscaping practices and to encourage them to conserve and protect our ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Steps to Yard Recognition To receive Florida Yard & Neighborhoods recognition, your landscape: Must be free of invasive exotic plants. Meets the standards of the community in which they are located. Should be attractive to ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, LawnFlorida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program for Commercial Properties and Community Associations in Collier County The Community Associations Program is based on the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles. The program offers on-site ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, LawnMany readers may already know, the term Green Industry refers to the commercial lawn and landscapers that work so hard to keep our yards and neighborhoods beautiful in the hot Florida sun. Green industry professionals stay current on best practices ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Money Matters, Turf
Extension offers lawn and landscape workshop The University of Florida/Volusia County Extension will offer a Green Industries Best Management Practices Workshop from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, June 15, at the Agricultural Center, 3100 E. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf