To keep Levy County residents and visitors up-to-date on status of the COVID-19 vaccination process in Levy County, the Levy County Department of Emergency Management in coordination with the Florida Department of Health in Levy… Read More
In 2018, we worked with Duke Energy’s Mariculture Center in Crystal River to establish a large salt marsh nursery in one of their culture ponds. We needed the donor marsh because habitat restoration requires access… Read More
Thank you Levy County! as a result of donor generosity and partnerships with collection sites throughout the county, we were able to provide more than 1,300 pounds of peanut butter to local pantries! “In our… Read More
Growing a Green Thumb! Levy County Extension hosts the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF-IFAS) Extension Master Gardener volunteer (MGV) training program. Meeting Thursdays, January 28 – March 25, 9 am… Read More
Is dolomite or lime effective in controlling sandspur? I’ve heard sandspur won’t grow if we sweeten the soil. According to UF specialist and Extension agents, attempts to kill sandspur by liming or using dolomite is… Read More
Perfect for fairy gardens and great for gift giving. You’ll create a unique, one of a kind, draped container using portland cement infused fabric. Multiple uses in addition to a traditional planter; displaying faux flowers,… Read More
On the fourth day of winter a dear friend gave to me four assorted birds. Making small changes in the landscape benefit winged visitors. At minimum, birds need food, water, cover and space to bear… Read More
Learn principles for enhancing your Florida landscape. Dr. Hansen, Assistant Professor, Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville has developed, authored and co-authored several horticulture-related publications for the University of Florida. FREE web-based meeting, broadcast live…. Read More
Congratulations! UF’s NE District Master Gardener volunteers receive service awards. Wendy Wilbur, State MG Coordinator and co-host Alicia Lamborn, UF/IFAS Extension Baker County, elaborated on the accomplishments of Master Gardener volunteers (MGV), Friday, September 18th…. Read More
Spruce up a window sill, table top or porch with potted plants. Containers are portable and provide an instant fix to problem areas. DIY with container combinations of edible and flowering annuals (single season) and… Read More
