UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
It is time to begin planning your gardening activities. Learn tips and techniques from Escambia County Master Gardener Volunteers during several upcoming programs. Monday, January 13, 2020: Shade Trees and Hurricane Resistance 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the… Read More
My friend from Pennsylvania was surprised to hear that I had just planted a Fall vegetable garden. She had never heard of two season vegetable gardening. In fact, September in Central Florida is a good time to plant… Read More
More and more homeowners are incorporating edible plants into their home landscape in order to enjoy the fresh taste of fruits and vegetables. Another trend to consider this coming cool season is to start a few common flowers… Read More
Join UF IFAS Escambia County Extension for our Lunch Break Garden Series at the West Florida Genealogy Branch Library, 5740 North 9th Ave. Pensacola Florida, 32504. We will have four sessions during the month of July from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30… Read More
Join UF IFAS Escambia County Extension for Gardening with Heat and Flavor, Peppers in Containers on Saturday, June 8 at 10:30 a.m. We will talk about the different selections you may grow and how to best maintain your… Read More
Growing microgreens at home is both easy and rewarding. Learn the basic steps in this video from UF IFAS Extension Escambia County.
Looking for a unique ‘vegetable’ plant to add to a garden area or container? Lipstick Peppers or Burgundy Okra can do just that! Join UF IFAS Extension Escambia County Master Gardener volunteers for a plant sale featuring both… Read More
Despite a few cooler days at the end of winter, it is time to start your tomato plants from seeds to have a productive plant before our heat and humidity cause common plant issues. Learn the basics of… Read More
Spring gardening fever is ready to hit. Join UF IFAS Extension Escambia County for a series of programs to get you in the spirit of gardening. Programs will be held on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. at Myrtle… Read More
There are many cool season vegetables that gardeners are able to grow in the home garden and in containers. Learn about proper timing for starting seeds during our transition from hot weather to cooler days In the Garden… Read More
