2026 Landscape Matters Programs

Pollinators

When: January 15, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Registration Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/TbR7iKrGSTi9H5aE3vNFOA

Pollinators are essential for healthy gardens and food production. Learn about pollinators common in Northeast Florida and simple ways to support them through plant choices, habitat, and pollinator-friendly pest management.

Join us in person (Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Berries

When: February 12, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046

Registration Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/YjU1HwZ9SuKbyUeHYJi0mA

Interested in growing your own berries? Learn which berry crops perform best in North Florida and how to plant, prune, fertilize, and harvest them successfully.

Join us in person (Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Soil

When: March 12, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097

Registration Link: https://ufl.zoom.us/meeting/register/H2wRp2DeRMKZEL26-VhTDg

Healthy landscapes start with healthy soil. This program covers soil basics, common soil challenges in Northeast Florida, and when soil amendments are beneficial.

Join us in person (Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Bog Gardens

When: April 9, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person ,Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Registration Link: TBD

Bog gardens are ideal for wet areas in the landscape. Learn how to design and plant a bog garden using moisture-loving plants.

Join us in person (Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Cutting Gardens

When: May 14, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person,  Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097

Registration Link: TBD

Learn how to grow a cutting garden that provides fresh flowers throughout the season, including plant selection, timing, and harvesting techniques.

Join us in person (Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Florida Critters

When: June 11, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046

Registration Link: TBD

Learn about common Florida wildlife found in landscapes and gardens and how to manage interactions in safe and environmentally responsible ways.

Join us in person (Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Pet-Friendly Greenery

When: July 9, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person ,Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097

Registration Link: TBD

Discover pet-safe plants and learn which common landscape plants to avoid so you can create a beautiful and safe yard for pets.

Join us in person (Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Gardening for Wildlife

When: August 13, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person , Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Registration Link: TBD

Learn how to design landscapes that provide food, water, and shelter for wildlife using Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principles.

Join us in person (Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Foodscaping & Edible Landscapes

When: September 10, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046

Registration Link: TBD

Learn how to integrate edible plants into ornamental landscapes for spaces that are both productive and attractive.

Join us in person (Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Daylilies

When: October 8, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097

Registration Link: TBD

Explore daylily varieties, care, and landscape uses well-suited for Florida gardens.

Join us in person (Rebecca L. Jordi Cooperative Extension Office, 85831 Miner Road, Yulee, FL 32097). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Palms

When: November 12, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Registration Link: TBD

Learn how to select, plant, and care for palms, including common nutrient deficiencies and pest concerns.

Join us in person (Fernandina Beach Library Branch, 25 N 4th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

Citrus

When: December 10, 2026; 6pm – 7pm

Where: Online or in person, Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046

Registration Link: TBD

Learn best practices for growing citrus in North Florida, including variety selection, planting, fertilization, pruning, and pest management.

Join us in person (Hilliard Library, 15821 County Road 108, Hilliard, FL 32046). There is no registration fee. Limited to 500 participants.

The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as alternate formats of written material, please contact Sedi Samiei, s.samiei@ufl.edu, (904) 530-6353 at least 1 week in advance.

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Posted: December 18, 2025


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