As the colors begin to change in other parts of the country, many begin to desire the fall reds and golds here as well. Some of our native trees do get lovely fall color, particularly the hickories that turn gold and the sweetgums that turn ... READ MORE
Category: , Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Invasive Species
Ever come across something odd in your yard? How about something that looks strangely like candy canes? No, Santa's elves haven't come early. This is actually a very unique native plant called indian pipe or ghost plant (Monotropa uniflora). ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Natural Resources
By: Greg Barton, Marion County Forester, Florida Forest Service The presents have been opened, the cookies eaten, the parties attended, the eggnog is gone, and the in-laws have headed back home. Sooner or later the decorations will have ... READ MORE
Category: Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Home Management, Relationships & Family, WORK & LIFE
As the year draws to a close and trees shed their leaves I think of mistletoe. A kiss under the mistletoe may seem a harmless holiday tradition, but mistletoe is a somewhat dangerous plant. To begin with, mistletoe is toxic to humans, livestock ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease
Written by Greg Barton, Marion County Forester Each year, as fall approaches – or what counts for fall in Florida – trees begin to respond to changes in the environment. The iconic image of autumn is a landscape of brilliant colored ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Crops, Forests, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR LONGLEAF PINE PROGRAM FOR LANDOWNERS Apply by July 13, 2018 The Florida Forest Service’s Longleaf Pine Landowner Incentive Program is now accepting applications from eligible, non-industrial ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Forests, Horticulture, Natural Resources