Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love and one of the most popular holidays to give and receive chocolate. Chocolate is the most sought out candy for this holiday. According to “Fortunly.com/statics/valentines-day-spending,” American’s spent $1.8… Read More
Sibling rivalry is unavoidable, and often is just a call for attention. According to a study done by Nationwide Children’s Hospital, sibling rivalries are most prevalent among siblings of the same sex and those that… Read More
Hillsborough County Extension will be offering free tax prep assistance to Hillsborough County residents. At the current time we are offering virtual appointments. We are working to provide in-person options in the future. Remote assistance… Read More
The recent COVID-response stimulus bill signed on December 21, 2020 includes a second round of stimulus checks, extension of deferred payroll taxes and individual income tax breaks. Below is a summary of some of the… Read More
(Desplazarse hacia abajo para español) As we enter the new year, it is important to note that the COVID-19 pandemic is still very real. Although unfortunate, we have been living through the pandemic for almost… Read More
Home gardeners have several resources they may use to help them learn how to scout for pests. Scouting for pests is important because you may be able to treat problems if you find them early…. Read More
Soil tests can provide basic information about pH and soil fertility. A soil test is a good place to start when planting fruits and vegetables, planting turfgrass or adding specific plants like gardenias to your… Read More
Winter months are a great time to get weeds under control. One way to control them is by hand-weeding. Weed seedlings may look like plant seedlings, and new gardeners may not know how to identify… Read More
Many residents contact their local Extension office for help identifying lawn problems. For example, if you notice patches on your grass in November, you may think it is chinch bugs or mole crickets. If you’re… Read More
At first glance, nutrient deficiencies may be hard to identify. But there are clues you may use to figure out potential problems. For example, a nutrient deficiency may show up on a leaf as yellowing… Read More
