Tag: florida gardening

A Tree Is an Investment in Your Home and Health

by Margaret Stewart
September 18, 2026

A healthy tree is much more than a pretty part of the yard. Trees provide shade, lower energy costs, manage rainwater, support wildlife and improve air quality. They may also increase property value and support our physical and mental health. These ... READ MORE

Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Air Quality, Carbon Dioxide Reduction, Carbon Storage, Climate Resilience, Energy Savings, Environmental Benefits, Florida Gardening, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gardening In The Panhandle, Home Landscaping, Mental Health, Native Trees, Northwest Florida, Okaloosa County, Physical Health, Pollinators, Property Value, Shade Trees, Stormwater Management, Sustainable Landscaping, Tree Benefits, Trees, UF/IFAS Extension, Urban Forestry, Water Quality, Wildlife Habitat

Falling for Food Forests?

by Beth Marlowe
September 4, 2026

As food prices rise and food security declines, many of us are wondering how to grow more of our own food. Some people have started a raised bed garden in the backyard to grow seasonal vegetables. Others have joined or started community gardens ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Tags: Duval, Florida Friendly, Florida Gardening, Food Forest, Northeast Florida, Trees

Confusion With Common Names

by Stephanie Means
September 4, 2026

When a plant person refers to a plant by its scientific name, they're not trying to be difficult they're trying to be clear. Common names are easier to remember but often lend themselves to confusion. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Tags: Common Names, Elephant Ears, Florida Gardening, Florida Snow, Florida-Friendly Plants, Mimosa, Plant Names

New UF/IFAS App takes guesswork out of choosing the right plants, supporting pollinators and saving water for Floridians

by Jamie Groh
August 18, 2026

The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program (FFL) has launched the FFL Plants & Pollinators App, a comprehensive new resource that brings together plant selection, ... READ MORE

Category: Blog Community, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, UF/IFAS
Tags: Bee Gardens, Butterfly Gardens, Environmental Stewardship, Extension Education, Featured, FFL, FFL Plants & Pollinators App, Florida Ecosystems, Florida Friendly Landscape, Florida Gardening, Florida Native Plants, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gardening App, Invasive Plants, Landscape Design, News, Plant Selection, Pollinator Gardening, Pollinator Habitat, Sustainable Landscaping, UF-IFAS, Water Conservation, Wildlife Gardening

What to Do in the Northeast Florida Edible Garden in May and June

by Beth Marlowe
May 12, 2026

The hot weather is starting to arrive, and along with it come more insects, more disease potential and lots of tomatoes! Hopefully our summer rains begin to arrive as well. When it feels like there's a riot going on in the garden, having a ... READ MORE

Category: , Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes
Tags: Duval, Florida Gardening, Food, Gardening, Irrigation, Vegetable Gardening

Beyond Bouquets: Expert Advice for Creative Mother’s Day Blooms

by Jamie Groh
May 7, 2026

As Mother’s Day approaches, UF/IFAS Extension horticulture expert Erin Harlow says meaningful flower gifts don’t have to come from a florist. With a little thought, she says, creative living gifts can feel more personal than traditional ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Backyard Garden, Beginner Gardening, Cut Flowers, DIY Bouquet, DIY Projects, Extension Education, Family Activities, Florida Gardening, Florida Landscapes, Flower Gardening, Fresh Flowers, Gardening, Gift Ideas, Grow Your Own Flowers, Herbs For Cooking, Home Gardening, Horticulture, Living Gifts, Mother’s Day Gifts, Outdoor Living, Pollinator Friendly Plants, Seasonal Flowers, Spring Gardening, Sustainable Gifts, UF/IFAS Extension

It’s Time to Transplant

by Duval MGV
March 25, 2026

Tomatoes, peppers and eggplants are all warm weather vegetables from the Solanaceae family They feature prominently in many of our favorite Mediterranean cuisines—from Italian, Spanish and Portuguese to Middle Eastern and North African. All ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Duval, Eggplant, Florida Gardening, Gardening, Harvesting, Landscape, Peppers, Plant Transplant, Tomato

What to Grow in the Garden this Spring

by Duval MGV
March 15, 2026

It is clear that spring has arrived, regardless of what the calendar says! Some of our cool season crops, like cilantro, mustard and radishes are bolting and flowering. We often let them do this so our honey bees and native bees have a ready ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Duval, Florida, Florida Gardening, Gardening, Spring, Spring Vegetables

Answers to Fertilizing Lawns

by Duval MGV
March 10, 2026

When should I fertilize? Don’t jump the gun and fertilize the lawn too early. Mid April is the target date to apply the first fertilizer application to warm season lawns in north Florida. What fertilizer should I use? Find a fertilizer ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Duval, Fertilizer, Florida Gardening, Grass, Landscape, Management, Nitrogen, Weed Management, Weeds

In 2023, New Hardiness Zone Announced for Half of Duval County

by Duval MGV
March 7, 2026

Many people are still unaware that the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) released an updated Plant Hardiness Zone Map in 2023. The most recent edition of the map until now was published in 2012 and put Duval County in Zone 9A. The average ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Duval, Florida Gardening, Gardening, Map, Weather, Zones

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