Florida is known for warm weather, sandy beaches, theme parks…. but fall color? We’ve got that too! Here's how to embrace the change in seasons, Florida-Friendly style. Up north, the spectacle of autumn leaves changing color ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, Home Landscapes, WildlifeFlorida-grown lychee trees offer a taste of the tropics for home growers. Their berries deliver a sweet, rose-scented fruit with vitamin C-rich pulp and a vibrant color and flavor to fruit cups, cakes, mocktails, ice cream blends ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Blog Community, Conservation, Crops, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
Blueberries are a colorful, delicious, and nutritious fruit to include in your daily diet. Their natural sweetness and vibrant hue make them a favorite for all ages. These delicate berries are easy for little hands to handle, making them ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching, Work & Life
Valentine's Day! A day full of love, hugs, and... chocolates? Well, this year we're giving a twist to the Valentine's menu. Instead of the regular heart-shaped candies, how about we fill our plates with foods that are actually good for our hearts? ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Florida-grown lychee trees offer a taste of the tropics for home growers. Their berries deliver a sweet, rose-scented fruit with vitamin C-rich pulp and a vibrant color and flavor to fruit cups, cakes, mocktails, ice cream blends ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Blog Community, Conservation, Crops, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Teaching
As berry season approaches in Florida, many of us look forward to enjoying fresh strawberries, blueberries, and other delicious fruits. However, with a recent norovirus outbreak reported in Jacksonville, it’s essential to take precautions ... READ MORE
Category: Food Safety, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
New laws There is a new law that poachers should be aware of before heading out into the field to poach saw palmetto berries. Saw Palmetto Berries Section 581.189, Florida Statutes There are several changes in 2024 including this one: A ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Forests, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, WildlifeBy Les Harrison Wakulla County Extension Director The dog days of summer have once again returned to Wakulla County. As such the dogs, and their human companions, are highly motivated to remain in any synthetic environment with temperature ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Wildlife
Q: I keep seeing the dark blue berries on the Indian Hawthorn shrubs. Do they attract birds? I see these plants all over commercial areas but I never see any birds eating them. A: Indian Hawthorn, Raphiolepis indica, is an evergreen shrub ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes