With so many pesticide license categories and certifications in Florida, it can be difficult to determine which credential applies to your landscape business. For commercial landscape contractors, the most common areas of confusion involve ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Turf
By MGV Mike Archer Kids and wildflowers both use dirt to grow. Maybe that’s why they like it. Playing in dirt can ease stress and boost the immune system. Better still, making seed bombs turns playtime into a hands-on lesson on the ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Written by MGV Cathy Keller October 14, 2026 was a gorgeous fall day for 6 MGVs, 1 MGV Apprentice and 3 guests to enjoy our field trip. The Oakland Nature Preserve (ONP) Director, Nicole O’Brien was our knowledgeable guide. The young ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Water, Wildlife
Written by MGV Paula Bleakley After a recent week of wind and rain, I found myself pushing the wheelbarrow around the yard, picking up Spanish Moss—a frequent chore when you live on a lake surrounded by cypress and oak trees. It’s ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife
Written by MGV Clayton Yuen For generations, gardeners have viewed peat as one of horticulture's most valuable resources. Its ability to hold moisture, improve soil structure, and support healthy root growth has made it a staple ingredient ... READ MORE
Category: HOME LANDSCAPES
Written by MGV Clayton Yuen As Florida experiences stronger storms, heavier rainfall, and more frequent flooding events, homeowners are looking for practical ways to protect their properties. One surprising solution may already be ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Written by MGV Cathy Keller September 16, 2026, was a break from the oppressive, drippy Central Florida heat. In contrast, it was sunny, breezy, and low humidity, so the outdoor visit was a delight! Husband and wife Cambren and Dede ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, AGRICULTURE, Conservation, Crops, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Written by MGV Clayton Yuen Florida’s Five Most Destructive Lawn Insect Pests: What Homeowners Need to Know A lush green lawn is a source of pride for many homeowners, but beneath the surface, insect pests may be quietly causing ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Written by MGV Linda Knight While visiting the Discovery Gardens Rose Garden, I noticed a Corky-Stemmed Passionflower (Passiflora suberosa) had pushed its tiny, pale yellow-green flower to the top of the perfectly trimmed Dwarf Yaupon ... READ MORE
Category: AGRICULTURE, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife, WORK & LIFE
Written by MGV Paula Bleakley The phrase “bluebird on your shoulder” symbolizes happiness or good fortune. Who doesn’t smile when they see a picture of a chubby little bluebird in its pretty orange vest? But having one in your own backyard ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, AGRICULTURE, Clubs & Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Horticulture, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, UF/IFAS Teaching, Wildlife, WORK & LIFE