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Basil plant.

UF Researchers Work to Save Pesto!

by BLOGS.IFAS
May 15, 2026

Q: What's wrong with my basil? Here at Extension, we receive a lot of questions about struggling basil. One of the most common issues? A devastating disease called “basil downy mildew” which has become very widespread over the past few ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: #EatLocal, #EdibleLandscaping, #floridafriendly, #NotAllHeroesWearCapes, #RightPlantRightPlace, #SavePesto, #ThankAScientist, #WorkSmarterNotHarder, IPM

Fertilizer Fundamentals: The Best Time to Fertilize

by Julia
May 15, 2026

When to Fertilize So, you’ve read How to Choose a Fertilizer, and How to Apply Fertilizer, but what about when to apply fertilizer? Depending on what you plan to fertilize, the timing application may differ. For example, it is best practice ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, Lawn, Recreation, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #EdibleLandscaping, #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Community Garden, Environmentally Friendly, Fertilizer, Fertilizer Fundamentals, Fertilizers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruit And Vegetable, Gardening, Landscape, Turf, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office
a low growing green prickly pear cactus in bloom, showing off large yellow flowers

Exploring Florida’s Natives: The Prickly Pear

by Julia
May 15, 2026

Florida has its very own native cactus, so if you're looking for a pretty, but low-maintenance plant, consider the prickly pear cactus (Opuntia humifusa). This plant adds both beauty and ecological value to your landscape. Let’s explore ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Tags: #EdibleLandscaping, #RightPlantRightPlace, Cactus, Exploring Florida's Natives Series, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Horticulture, Native Gardens, Prickly Pear, Protect Native Plants, Reslilient Landscaping, Smart Landscape

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