Chinese tallow.... Brazilian pepper... Mimosa.... These are all invasive trees in central Florida. An invasive plant is one that is out-competing native plants in natural areas. Invasive plants compete for nutrients, water, sunlight and of ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources
Natural areas within our growing metropolitan regions play a significant role in maintaining the health and economic vitality of residents, and the conservation of wild plants and animals. Management of natural areas, with their intricate ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsSince the late 19th century the engineering professions have done a masterful job of ameliorating filth and spread of disease in our cities, including the provision of safe water supply, sanitary disposal of human waste and refuge, and public ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsFor most of us the first thing we notice when we see a forest is the trees. Its natural, they are so much bigger than we are that their presence changes the way we feel. But the forest is much more than the trees. Forests consist of a great ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation, Water, Wildlife
Using a Chainsaw and Making Cuts If you are cutting limbs and trees you should read this list of do and don’ts …. Clear the area of all objects that might accidentally come into contact with the moving chain, and cause it to ... READ MORE
Category: ForestsStudies in urban woodlands have found effects of improved immune system response, lowered stress indicators, reduced depression and lower glucose levels in diabetics. Increasing tree density, and resulting reduction in air pollution, ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, Natural Resources, Recreation
Do you own some forest land? Wondering where to begin managing it? Your forest property will serve your needs and interests best if it is managed according to a clear plan. Your plan is a "road map" to guide you from where you are to where ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Farm Management, Forests, Natural Resources, Wildlife
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- Researchers have, in the past, reintroduced fire to restore a forest without considering its effect on exotic species that have become invasive. But a recent study by a University of Florida researcher shows that fire actually ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Forests, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
by UF/IFAS Extension Polk County Master Gardener, Celia Beamish My favorite native tree is the native pine. Of course, there are several native pines, so a person with a bigger yard than mine could have a collection! Would that be cool or ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, Wildlife