Cover Cropping in Summer
In the Wilting Heat Many Floridians choose not to grow any edibles during the summer in order to let the garden beds rest. It is generally a hostile time of year to be doing very much in the… Read More
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Orchids: Beauty and Easy-Care
A half-day field trip to Orchid Jungle down in South Florida put orchids on my list of ‘MUST HAVE’ plants. The scents and beauty of the blooms took my breath away. There was even an orchid which smelled… Read More
Looking up from Covid-19 Part 2 of 2
Part 2- Finding Supplies and Coping The Covid-19 Coronavirus pandemic is changing our lives at this time, whether we want it to or not. Social distancing, frequent sanitizing of door knobs, supply shortages, and masks are becoming all… Read More
Looking up from Covid-19 – Part 1 of 2
For most of us, the Covid-19 illness may be little more than an inconvenience. Not everyone is going to come down with Covid-19 pneumonia. However, as health officials advise staying home as a way to prevent the further… Read More
Indian River County Extension Updates: May 26, 2020
Indian River County Cooperative Extension office is open for telephone chats and e-mail. We will be accepting face to face appointments only for those who do not have access to e-mail or smart phone with proper masks worn. … Read More
COVID-19 and UF/IFAS Extension
Updated 03/16/20 As we continue to monitor COVID-19 in Florida, I wanted to take a moment to update our UF/IFAS Extension community about our current status, best practices and next steps. Please call your local UF/IFAS Extension office… Read More
A Way to Fight Brazilian Peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia)
In Florida, Brazilian Peppertree is listed as a noxious weed and category-1 invasive plant according to Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council (FLEPPC). It was originally introduced to Florida from South America as a pretty ornamental shrub during the… Read More
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