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Spice Up Your Life: A Beginners Guide to Growing Parsley


May 15, 2026

Are you a fan of fresh aromatic herbs in your dishes? If so, growing herbs right at home might just become your new favorite hobby. In this guide, we'll explore how to grow parsley from the comfort of your own home, including some commonly grown ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Management, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Food, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Health, Healthy, Herb Gardening Series, Herbs, Horticulture, Irrigation, Nutrition, Produce, Right Place, Right Plant, Spice-up-your-life, Vegetables, Water Wise

Exploring Florida’s Natives: Grass Pink Orchids


May 15, 2026

Orchids are often beloved for their variety of beautiful, colorful blooms and dainty appearance.  The most common are considered epiphytes, meaning their roots get moisture from the atmosphere instead of the soil. That is why most orchids are ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
Tags: #invasivespecies, #RightPlantRightPlace, Exploring Florida's Natives Series, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Grass Pink Orchids, Native Series, Orchids, Protect Native Plants, Right Place, Right Plant

Exploring Florida’s Natives: The Coontie


May 15, 2026

You may be surprised to hear that the coontie is a native plant with ancient origins. Let's delve into its origins, growing conditions, and ecological significance. Origins of the Coontie The coontie (Zamia integrifolia), also known as Florida ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Smart Irrigation, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water, Water Conservation, Water Wise

Exploring Florida’s Natives: Chickasaw Plum


May 15, 2026

The Chickasaw Plum is another Florida native that will catch your eye. This small, deciduous, multi-branched tree has delicate white blossoms and small, flavorful plums. Let's talk about the origins, growing conditions, and ecological significance ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gardens, Goals, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Nutrition, Produce, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Smart Irrigation, Soil, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water Conservation, Water Wise

Exploring Florida’s Natives: Carolina Jessamine


May 15, 2026

This bright and fragrant evergreen vine is often overlooked but can be easily recognized by its charming yellow flowers. And yes, it is a great addition to your landscape! In this series, we will uncover the origins, growing conditions, and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Goals, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Saving Water, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water Wise

Exploring Florida’s Natives: BeautyBerry


May 15, 2026

You have probably seen the beautiful berries that give the charming beautyberry its name, yet this deciduous shrub is often overlooked. Its vibrant purple berries make this shrub most recognizable. And yes, it can be a great addition to your ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Central Florida, Exploring Florida's Natives Series, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardens, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Saving Water, Smart Irrigation, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water, Water Conservation, Water Wise

Spice Up Your Life: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Marjoram


May 15, 2026

Are you a fan of fresh aromatic herbs in your dishes? If so, growing marjoram right at home might just become your new favorite hobby. In this guide, we'll explore how to grow marjoram at home. We’ll highlight growing conditions, pest and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Container Gardening, Eating, Fertilizer, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Herb, Herb Gardening Series, Herb Series, Herbs, Horticulture, Irrigation, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Smart Irrigation, Soil, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office
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Spice Up You Life: A Beginners Guide to Growing Sage


May 15, 2026

Do you enjoy cooking with fresh herbs or admiring them in your garden? If so, growing sage at home could become your new favorite hobby. In this guide, we'll explore how to grow Sage in Central Florida, featuring varieties that thrive in the ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Food, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Goals, Herb, Herb Gardening Series, Herbs, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Right Place, Right Plant, Spice-up-your-life, Summer
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Community Gardens in Pasco County: Get Involved


May 15, 2026

What is the UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County community gardens program? The UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County Community Gardens Program originated in the low income communities of Dade City. This program was created by the interdepartmental relationship ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food Safety, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Health, Healthy, Horticulture, Landscape, Landscaping, Low-income Communities, Produce, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Vegetables

The Value of Community Gardens: Physical Health Impact


May 15, 2026

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about community gardening? You may be picturing a patch of land dedicated to growing fruits and veggies collaboratively, or a collection of individual plots. And you would be correct. ... READ MORE

Category: Horticulture
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Food, Food Safety, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Goals, Healthy, Horticulture, Landscape, Landscaping, Produce, Right Place, Right Plant, The Value Of Community Gardens, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Vegetables

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