Invasives in Bloom

Spring is in the air. The bees are buzzing, the pollen is falling, and the flowers are blooming. It’s a beautiful time of year, but there are some blooming plants among us that despite their attractiveness… Read More
by Amanda Marek
Posted: March 22, 2019
Spring is in the air. The bees are buzzing, the pollen is falling, and the flowers are blooming. It’s a beautiful time of year, but there are some blooming plants among us that despite their attractiveness… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: February 21, 2019
Does your family get drinking water from a private well? Do you know if your water is safe to drink? Come to this class to learn how to manage and protect your well water, and… Read More
Category: Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Bacteria, drinking water, private well water, safe to drink, well water, yilin, Yilin Zhuang
by Yilin
Posted: February 20, 2019
DIY Beeswax Food Wraps Did you know…each time you wash your face, brush your teeth, or do laundry, you just might be adding microscopic bits of plastics into the aquatic environment. These tiny particles are… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: February 13, 2019
Understanding onsite wastewater treatment systems Many people choose to live in the country because they cherish the peace and quiet, the wide open spaces, and the beauty of nature. Today, however, I am going to… Read More
by maxine32666
Posted: February 7, 2019
As spring approaches, we should all be aware that our pest problems will reappear. There are many types of pests to consider: insects, weeds, nematodes, and even some vertebrate species (such as the Cuban tree… Read More
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease
Tags: air potato, air potato beetle, biological control, citrus greening, crop damage, invasive, lady bugs, natural, pest control, pests, predator, Tamarixia, treatment, wasps
by David Holmes
Posted: January 10, 2019
Recently the weather was warm enough for lunch on the patio and as we ate one of our guests remarked about how many birds he was observing in our backyard. It’s always good to have… Read More
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Wildlife
Tags: bird bath, birdbath, Cover, feeding station, food, Habitat, landscape, nesting, shrubs, trees, water, wildlife
by Yilin
Posted: January 1, 2019
What is Gray Water? The exact definition of gray water varies from state to state, but generally includes any household wastewater other than that which comes in direct contact with human waste (such as water… Read More
Category: Home Management, Natural Resources, Water
by David Holmes
Posted: December 27, 2018
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… Read More
Category: Forests, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Relationships & Family, Work & Life
Tags: bird feeder, disposal, feeding station, live tree, Pine, tree
by maxine32666
Posted: December 4, 2018
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… Read More
by Yilin
Posted: December 1, 2018
Cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling costs Reducing the amount of air that leaks in and out of your home is a cost-effective way to cut heating and cooling costs. Caulking and weatherstripping are… Read More
Category: Home Management, Natural Resources
Tags: energy efficiency, home energy efficiency, sealing air leakage
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