As the temperatures begin to cool and the days get shorter, fall presents the perfect opportunity to plant wildflowers in Central Florida. Not only do these hardy plants thrive in our subtropical climate, but they also attract pollinators, enhance ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Pollinators are the unsung heroes of Florida’s ecosystems, supporting the reproduction of our flowering plants in urban, suburban and natural areas. Pollinator populations are declining, and organizations are urging people to take action ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County in encouraging residents to participate in a citizen science project to help count insect pollinators during the Pollinator Census. The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a regional event for the Southeastern ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension
What is a nativar? A nativar is a cultivated variety of a native plant. Nativars have the same drought-tolerance and local adaptations as straight natives, but may also have improved form or other traits desirable for urban landscapes. A ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Wildflowers can be both beautiful and benefit pollinators. In 2023, I undertook a geomatic sciences project using iNaturalist to record observations of wildflowers in the natural areas at the UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County. With the ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
Pinellas County gladly joined the ranks of a Bee City USA in early 2023. Now, it may be confusing that a county government has applied to be a member of the Bee City initiative, but we are a special county in our state. Pinellas County ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources
Come out of the cold and rainy weather this January to learn more about horticulture with the UF/IFAS Extension Clay County and our amazing Master Gardener Volunteers . Here are some of our available workshops this month: Homeowner Hydroponics: ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Lawn, Pests & Disease
Every September the Swamp Sunflowers finally begin opening their flower buds and by mid-October they are in full bloom! I use the word “finally” because it is a long journey from seedling to bloom for this flora species! Swamp sunflowers, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Bees, those tiny yet industrious creatures, have been silently playing a crucial role in sustaining our economy and environment. The mesmerizing dance of honeybees, gathering nectar from vibrant flowers, not only produces the golden elixir ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Natural Resources, Work & Life
Pinellas County is the first "Bee City USA" county in the state of Florida. The "Bee City USA" program is a recognition program from the Xerces Society, a nonprofit organization dedicated to invertebrate conservation. "Bee City USA" designation ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, Work & Life