Heqiang Huo, assistant professor at the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center, has been awarded the UF Office of the Provost’s Excellence Award for Assistant Professors. This prestigious award is for assistant professors who have a ... READ MORE
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Interested in learning more about begonia production and the Mid-Florida Research and Education Center’s begonia breeding program? Join us on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for a in-service training and workshop, ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Horticulture
The begonia is the fifth largest genus of flowering plants and often used in hanging baskets, flowerpots and garden beds, in addition to landscapes. This EDIS publication breaks down the basics of begonias such as their classification and diversity. According ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
By Ralph E. Mitchell Every plant has a history behind it. The poinsettia was named after Joel Poinsett, U.S. Ambassador to Mexico. The genus of the African violet is Saintpauli named after Baron Von Saintpaul. The begonia was discovered ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
For beautiful foliage and a constant display of color throughout the season, grow begonias. Height/Spread Most begonias that we grow outside will be between 8 inches and 2 feet tall. Ornamental Features Begonias are grown ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes