What was the 2024 Seminole County Farm Tour? On the morning of Friday, March 22, 2024, we embarked on our journey of learning about local agriculture and food systems. Two busses started at the UF/IFAS Seminole County Extension Office and then ... READ MORE
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Growing Happy Houseplants In this episode of Your Central Florida Yard podcast, we talk all about how to successfully grow houseplants. Join us as we chat about how to select a houseplant for your home’s light conditions, basic tips for house ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
While you have undoubtedly seen a star upon a Christmas tree, have you ever seen this star-shaped mushroom growing from the soil of your potted plants? This holiday season, I am reminded of the Earthstar mushroom. Earthstars Are Growing Slightly I ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
African violets were the first houseplants I remember growing as a child. Walk into any garden center or supermarket floral section these days and you are liable to see a nice display of African violets. These traditional flowering houseplants ... READ MORE
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Like many people seeking enrichment during the COVID-19 pandemic, I sought discovery of new hobbies including indoor plant cultivation. I started with a few houseplants. Their growth and beauty would be a physical reflection of hard work and ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
If you are anything like me, you may have a tendency to collect living beings that require routine care and attention, and the occasional house sitter. Once I realized there were enough cats and dog running around, I turned my attention towards ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture,
It is well known that plants and gardening can promote wellbeing. Most of you reading this are likely gardeners or plant enthusiasts who have first hand experience with the myriad benefits caring for our green friends can impart. Caring for ... READ MORE
Category: Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
The Baker County Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are holding a houseplant and succulent sale on Fridays beginning August 13. Available plants include Chinese Evergreen, Kangaroo Paw Fern, Bromeliads, Silver Squill, Swedish Ivy, Purple Heart, ... READ MORE
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