January 14, 2026For our first trip of 2026, 16 MGV and 2 students went to Shared Harvest Garden in Lady Lake, FL, a volunteer-run, non-profit community garden growing fresh produce for local charities and food pantries, located at 700 Oak ... READ MORE
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The 9 Principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FFL) are guidelines from UF/IFAS to create beautiful, water-wise landscapes that protect Florida's natural resources by using less water, fertilizer, and pesticides, focusing on choosing the Right ... READ MORE
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When you establish a Wildlife-Friendly Landscape with Florida Native Plants, you will provide a natural food source for your birds, nesting opportunities, and a habitat that requires little maintenance. However, homeowners love to supplement ... READ MORE
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As the Lake County Fair approaches, it's time to start preparing your rabbits for the event. By April, your rabbits should be well-handled and ready for the fair. Two Weeks Before the Fair Ear Check: Check your rabbit’s ears for ear ... READ MORE
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What makes a plant a succulent? Succulents are plants with the ability to hold water in their thick, fleshy tissue. Water storage can occur in leaves or stems. A cactus holds water in the stem while a jade plant holds water mostly ... READ MORE
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Introduction Among the ten species of geckos found in Florida, only one, the Florida Reef Gecko (Sphaerodactylus notatus), is native to the state, the additional ten non-native species found in the state having arrived in cargo or via the ... READ MORE
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What better way to add color into your Florida Garden than to include the versatile Salvia. This is one of the largest genera of flowering plants with a thousand species worldwide. Salvias will grow in full sun to shade, sandy soil to mucky ... READ MORE
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Arguably the most popular insect in our landscape, Butterflies are beloved by all. Now everyone can easily start a Butterfly Garden to attract and raise butterflies … guaranteed! Here are two easy steps on How to Attract Butterflies and ... READ MORE
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One of my all time favorite plants in my backyard are my sweet almond bushes. I first discovered these plants as I wandered around a local lawn and garden center, drawn to their wonderful almond scent emanating from its small, white flower ... READ MORE
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Hurricane season is here, and before a storm is a threat ask yourself, are you prepared? Traditionally we think of flashlights, batteries, weather radios, plywood, sandbags, and tarps, but food supplies should be top of mind as well. A storm’s ... READ MORE
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