Florida gardening presents unique challenges, so we offer research-based assistance, information, and advice. Whether you are developing a vegetable garden, choosing landscape plants, or seeking information about lawn care, our resources will ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home LandscapesGive cold-damaged palms proper care to encourage their recovery in February. In April, monitor landscape plants weekly for aphids on tender new growth. Annuals that can take full sun during hot summer months include celosia, portulaca, vinca, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes•A Series of Gardening Workshops Learn to Grow More Fruits and Vegetables Schedule READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, LawnVegetable gardening offers fresh air, sunshine, exercise, enjoyment, mental therapy, nutritious fresh vegetables, and economic savings, as well as many other benefits. Vegetables can be grown year-round in Florida if attention is paid to the ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home LandscapesVegetable gardening offers fresh air, sunshine, exercise, enjoyment, mental therapy, nutritious fresh vegetables, and economic savings, as well as many other benefits. Vegetables can be grown year-round in Florida if attention is paid to the ... READ MORE
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRC8LtedPLk Gaillardia or Blanket-Flower is a Florida native that boasts many colorful flowers. READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulturehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndozMTndX1w Queen's wreath is a low maintenance vine for a spectacular spring display. READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, HorticultureThe UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Landscaping Book is online: UF/IFAS Extension: Florida-Friendly Landscaping Program - Publications READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly LandscapingCaption at bottom. Click here for high resolution image GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Good news for your utility bills and the environment: New University of Florida research shows that landscape shrubs need much less water to establish healthy roots ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & LifeSpend an exciting day (September 17th, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM) at the University of Florida’s Gulf Coast Research & Education Center (GCREC) to learn the latest about:· New and under-utilized, pest resistant plants for the landscape· Caladiums ... READ MORE
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