Plant Clinic Services
UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County has trained Master Gardener Volunteers and staff to answer your questions about turfgrass, vegetables, fruit trees, ornamental plants, shrubs, trees and more. We offer insect and plant identification, soil pH testing, suggestions for plant recommendations, and disease diagnosis and science-based treatment options. We also have many free publications both digital and in print. Please note our plant clinic serves residential clients only.
Contact Us!
There are three ways to reach us:
1. Call 813-744-5519 and ask for the Help Desk
2. Email (include photos) to hillsmg@mail.ufl.edu
3. Visit in person (no appointment needed)
Our office is open Monday – Friday from 8am – 5pm and is located at 5339 County Rd 579, Seffner, FL 33584. If you want to browse for more gardening information visit UF’s Gardening Solutions page.
Tips for Submitting Samples
Take lots of photos, up close, far away, the undersides of the leaves, healthy parts of the plant vs unhealthy parts. Bring in plant leaves, roots, stems, and flowers, as many plant parts as possible.
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If you have any questions, please contact UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at 813-744-5519 or email hillsmg@mail.ufl.edu.
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