Tallahassee Democrat August 28, 2015 By Amy von Chamier Gulf Fritillary on Echinacea. Photo by Ash von Chamier We have all heard by now that the honey bees are in trouble. Apis mellifera, the honey bee makes a great “poster child” species; ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Did you know Florida is the strawberry capital of the world during winter? Florida strawberries can be planted in home gardens beginning in the fall and enjoyed through the winter and spring. (more…) READ MORE
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Have you ever spotted an organic label in the grocery store and wondered what it meant? What you saw was the USDA organic seal, which means... (more…) READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & LifeBy Les Harrison, UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director and Clara Foran, UF/IFAS Wakulla County Family and Consumer Sciences Temporary Program Aide The hot days and humid nights of August 2015 are not prime for vegetable gardening. This ... READ MORE
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It appears we can. We have two olive tree/shrubs planted in the Fruit Demonstration garden and this year we have a few olives on one of the trees. The fruit turns green in the summer and should ripen and turn black in the fall. The olive originated ... READ MORE
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There are three kinds of marjoram commonly used as herbs: sweet marjoram (Origanum marjorana), pot marjoram (O. onites), and wild marjoram (O. vulgare) (see Oregano). Sweet and pot marjoram are the ones usually grown in herb gardens. The perennial ... READ MORE
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Spondias species (whose common names among English speakers include ambarella, Ataheite apple, mombins, and hog plums) are flowering trees native to tropical and subtropical regions. They are known for their sweet fruit and grow well in the ... READ MORE
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August marks the transition from summer to fall—especially in your garden. If you're wondering what you should plant this month, then use these suggestions based on the Florida climate zones. (more…) READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, SFYL Hot TopicLes Harrison is the UF/IFAS Wakulla County Extension Director Growing up in a rural area like Wakulla gives kids the opportunity to explore nature and learn its many benefits. Wild grapes may be one of the sweetest benefits of living in the ... READ MORE
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Community gardens are spaces where people share the duties and rewards of gardening. These collaborative efforts can be found throughout the country, including Florida. Shared gardens provide gardening opportunities and add beauty to communities. ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, SFYL Hot Topic, Work & Life