Pomegranates are an exotic and delicious fruit that can add a unique flavor to any dish. While pomegranates are typically grown in arid regions of the world, they can also thrive in Central Florida's subtropical climate. Selecting ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Citrus trees are a popular choice for homeowners in Central Florida, as they not only add beauty to your landscape, but they also provide delicious fruits such as oranges, lemons, and limes. Plus- nothing says ‘Florida’ like citrus! Growing ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Winter is not over yet, and homeowners in west central Florida should be aware of the risks of freeze damage to their landscaping. Despite the mild winters of recent years, we have seen that temperatures can still drop well below freezing and ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Bananas are a popular fruit in Central Florida, not only because of their delicious taste, but also because they are relatively easy to grow. However, growing bananas in Central Florida does require some knowledge and care, so in this blog post, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Work & Life
You may have noticed that the weather can be unpredictable at times here in Hernando County, especially during the winter months. One minute it's warm and sunny, and the next it's cold and rainy. This can be a problem for our vegetable gardens, ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables
Fall and winter in Central Florida are the best times of year to grow vegetables in the garden! We have a series of virtual classes coming up, beginning with Planning Your Best Fall Vegetable Garden Ever on September 27 at 10:00am. Free registration ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables
'Pests' come in a variety of shapes and sizes! Insects, fungal diseases, weeds and snails can all be plant pests. Don't waste time, money and chemicals if you don't even know what your problem is! If you are having a problem with your plants ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
No matter what gardening project you are planning (vegetable garden, replacing your lawn, planting a tree, etc.), the best place to start is with a soil test. The University of Florida's Soil Testing Lab will analyze your sample for levels of ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping
Every summer we get a flood of emails and samples from residents who have problems with spots on their plant’s leaves. Florida summertime weather is perfect for fungi and a variety of insects who may be to blame for this problem. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Work & Life
Ginger is a perennial plant that can be grown for culinary uses and is a great addition to food forests and edible gardens. The leafy foliage looks very tropical and it grows well in Central Florida. It helps if you add compost or organic matter ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping