Oftentimes we hear, “plant your ornamentals in the front yard and edibles in the backyard (so that nobody sees them)”, or “food plants always look scraggly”, but there are several very pretty edible plants that… Read More
On the 8th of June every year, we celebrate World Oceans Day. For those of us who love nature and the ocean, every day is Oceans Day; however, for those who perhaps aren’t as great… Read More
According to the University of Florida/IFAS Invasive Species Council, invasive species are organisms that are non-native to an area, introduced by humans, and are causing an environmental or economic problem. For residents and visitors to… Read More
Over the past six weeks, we Extension Agents have had to adapt to the COVID-19 developments and measures implemented to ensure our health and safety. For obvious reasons, both the University of Florida and Miami-Dade… Read More
Summer season vegetable growing in South Florida is not as hard as it might seem! Florida gardeners have just proudly shared gorgeous photos of their Winter crops: kales, choi, tomatoes, herbs, etc. – harvested the… Read More
Today, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. This holiday would not have been possible without the inspiration of a Wisconsin senator named Gaylord Nelson and Congressman Pete McCloskey. These men wanted college students… Read More
In honor of Earth Day 2020, it’s important to consider biodiversity and how we can incorporate this concept into our home gardens and landscapes.First, what is biodiversity? Biodiversity is the number and variety of species… Read More
Many of us are realizing the benefits of being outdoors connected to nature as we self-confine in our homes during mandatory COVID-19 precautions and recommendations. While our parks are closed, we are finding respite in… Read More
Here in Miami Dade County we are in the midst of a drier than normal dry season with temperatures running above average, although on April Fools Day a small cool front brought welcome but temporary… Read More
Have you ever walked on a bridge over the water and seen a circular congregation of fish near shallow water? There are many possibilities of what they could be, but chances are, those fish are… Read More
