As an extension agent, I’m always curious of what plants folks are using in the landscape. One plant I’ve been noticing more and more of in north Florida, both in containers and in landscape beds, is asparagus fern. Three different plant ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureIf you have noticed bursts of white-flowered shrubs along roadsides, trails, and other natural areas the last couple of weeks, there’s a good chance that it was saltbush (Baccharis halimifolia). Saltbush is a native shrub in the ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureMany gardeners get stumped when a favorite plant of theirs comes down with a strange “something”. Many of these gardeners know about UF/IFAS Extension and call their local horticulture and agriculture agents for assistance in figuring ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture
Guest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat November 6, 2015 By: Lana Arnold “…that which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” is the often quoted Shakespearean line. The “rose “ with a new name is ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS ExtensionAs our world and our lives become more centered on technology it seems that all the information we need is just a touch screen away. After all, you are most likely reading this article from a laptop, smart phone, or tablet. While convenient ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureTallahassee Democrat May 1, 2015 By: Marilyn Larson Maclay Gardens Tour. Photo by Betsy Kellenberger Where do you go to get inspiration for your garden? Books and ... READ MORE
Category: Home LandscapesI think it's safe to say fall is officially here. Shouts can be heard from local football stadiums, occasionally a crisp fall breeze will send us looking for a light jacket, and coffee shops are pushing all things pumpkin. Now that we can officially ... READ MORE
Category: HorticultureGuest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat Photo by Mary McMullen: Indian Pink, Mayapple and Christmas Fern grace this shady parking lot garden at Native Nurseries February 21, 2014 By Donna Legare I have ... READ MORE
Category: Home LandscapesGuest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat Photo: Book cover - David Marshall’s Design & Care of Landscapes & Gardens in the South, Volume 2, is full of color photos of landscape plants he recommends for our area. January ... READ MORE
Category: Home LandscapesBasic Steps for Beginning Gardeners Guest Article for the Tallahassee Democrat Photo by Penny Gilmer, Master Gardener: pink, purple and white larkspur. Friday, May 24, 2013 By Linda H. Yates “You need to do something about your ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes