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Pasture mealybugs on grass

New Invasive Turfgrass Pest: Pasture Mealybug

by Susan Haddock
July 15, 2026

There’s a new invasive insect that may invade your turfgrass…The Pasture Mealybug has been found in 15 south Florida counties in pastures including bahiagrass and bermudagrass pastures, other forage, and sugarcane. It has not been documented ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Invasive Pest, Landscape Insect, Landscape Maintenance, Landscape Pests, Pasture Mealybug, SW ProHort, Swprohort, Turfgrass Insect, Turfgrass Pest
Coastal garden near a marina.

Landscape Plants for the Gulf and South Atlantic Coasts: Selection, Establishment, and Maintenance

by Rolando Negron
March 4, 2026

Designing for Life on the Coast Coastal gardening isn’t for the faint of heart. Salt spray, sandy soils, intense sun, high winds, humidity, and even the occasional cold snap can quickly challenge both new and experienced gardeners. ... READ MORE

Category: , UF/IFAS Communications
Tags: Coastal Gardening, Environmental Horticulture, Florida Landscaping, Gardening, Gulf Coast Plants, Landscape Maintenance, Rolando Negron, Salt Tolerant Plants, South Atlantic Plants, Sustainable Landscaping, UF IFAS Bookstore, University Of Florida Horticulture, Waterfront Landscaping

Resources for Hiring a Landscape and Pond Professional

by Maggie Gaughan
December 6, 2022

It is no secret that it can be difficult hiring a landscape and/or pond professional that meets all of your community's needs. Luckily, there is a website full of presentations and resources for hiring a landscape and pond professional. This ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Community Maintenance, Florida Friendly, Landscape, Landscape Maintenance, Pond Maintenance, Ponds, Stormwater Pond

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