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Preparing Your Florida Vegetable Garden for Fall


October 6, 2026

Fall is one of the best times to grow vegetables in Florida, and a little preparation now can lead to a more productive garden later. Before planting, start by clearing away old crops and any loose mulch left from the previous season. Next, ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Home Garden, Home Landscape, Vegetable
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Fall Vegetable Planting Dates for Central Florida


September 19, 2026

When to Plant Warm-Season Vegetables in Central Florida The ideal planting date for warm-season vegetable crops in Central Florida is September 15. Gardeners in North Florida can generally plant about two weeks earlier, while South Florida ... READ MORE

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Tags: Central Florida, Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide, Fruit And Vegetable, Garden Calendar, Garden Planning, Planting Dates, Vegetable Gardening
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Growing Seminole Pumpkin in Florida: From Seed to Harvest to Table


May 19, 2026

Growing Seminole Pumpkin in Florida pumpkin is a great vegetable to grow in Florida's summer heat because it is heat tolerant. It's an heirloom vegetable that dates back to the native American times you can save the seeds from year to year. ... READ MORE

Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida-friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Pumpkin, Roasting Pumpkin, Seed Saving, Vegetable, Vegetable Gardening

Spring Vegetable Gardening Class


February 2, 2026

Time to Plant your Spring Vegetable Garden Thursday, Feb. 12 from 10am - 11:30am - UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL Cost $12.50 per person Ready to grow your own fresh vegetables this spring? Join UF/IFAS ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Events, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Agriculture, Class, Consuming Fruits And Vegetables, Edible Landscaping, Extension, Vegetable, Vegetable Garden, Vegetable Gardening, Vegetables

Vegetables to Grow in January in Your Central Florida Garden


January 17, 2026

What to Grow in January January is one of the best months for gardening in Central Florida. Cooler temperatures, lower pest pressure, and mild days create ideal conditions for growing a wide range of cold-hardy vegetables. If you planted ... READ MORE

Category: , Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Cabbage, Carrots, Florida, Food, Fruits And Vegetables, Planting Dates

Carrots: Beta-Carotene and Cancer Prevention

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October 27, 2025

By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Carrots are a familiar favorite in the kitchen, and they offer powerful health benefits beyond their ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Antioxidants, Beta-carotene, Cancer Prevention, Cancer Prevention 2025, Carrots, Florida Produce, Nutrition

Onions and Garlic: Flavorful Allies for Cancer Prevention

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October 20, 2025

By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Onions and garlic are more than flavorful additions to your favorite recipes. These vegetables belong ... READ MORE

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Tags: Cancer Prevention, Cancer Prevention 2025, Cooking, Garlic, Healthy, Onion, Vegetables

Broccoli: A Powerful Vegetable for Cancer Prevention

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October 6, 2025

By Joshua Payne, RDN, LDN, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County FCS Agent and Shari Bresin, MNM, UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County FCS Agent Broccoli is more than a side dish — it is a nutrition powerhouse linked to many health benefits, including ... READ MORE

Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Health & Nutrition
Tags: Broccoli, Cancer Prevention, Cancer Prevention 2025, Cruciferous, Fiber, Healthy Eating, Nutrition

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