UF/IFAS GLOBAL BLOGS
Creating a maintaining a landscape that attracts desirable wildlife, such as bees, butterflies, and birds, is easy to do. Follow these simple tips to get started! 1. Start small – and have a bit of a plan. Gardens evolve… Read More
“I must have flowers, always, and always.” ― Claude Monet Like most gardeners, I can relate to this quote. I love flowers, and as a lifetime gardener, one goal has always been, if possible, to have “something” blooming… Read More
Hurricane season starts June 1st. You are probably aware of preparations you need to make inside the home, but what do you need to do in your landscape? Survey your property now and look for things that may… Read More
May is a good month to take a close look at one of our favorite plants, the gardenia. These shrubs are evergreen, and like other evergreens, they do lose and replace leaves as time goes by. Even fifty-year-old… Read More
Earth Day is always a great time to focus on Florida’s environmental health. It can be discouraging to read about declining water quality, disappearing natural habitat and other problems facing our irreplaceable natural resources. Ready to hear some… Read More
One of the great things about our dry, warm April is the burgeoning population of insects. Yikes! Am I crazy? Nope; when prey insect numbers rise, predator insects have plenty to eat. That’s a great thing for gardeners… Read More
Springtime in Central Florida is a great time to garden and attend to “spring cleaning” in our landscapes. So, gather up your gloves and tools and consider the following spring-time garden projects: Pruning Around the beginning of March… Read More
March is National Nutrition Month, a reminder that we can all do better when it comes to eating right. But if resources are limited, it can be hard for individuals and families to access nutritious foods and practice… Read More
This recipe is a sure crowd-pleaser and is greatly welcomed at Master Gardener potlucks. The recipe originally came from my dad’s family, but my mom improved on it! Into a large pot (or crockpot), put: 1 Polish sausage… Read More
One of the wonderful benefits of living in Florida is that it allows for year-round gardening! Community gardens and yards alike are colorfully decorated with favorites such as onions, squash, basil, tomatoes and more. If you’re anything like… Read More
