UF/IFAS
Extension Nassau County

Tag: freeze

Preparing for the Freeze


December 20, 2022

A Florida Freeze A Florida Freeze is upon us. Every once in a while, Nassau County will freeze. Many of our landscape plants will not be affected by any cold snaps, but we do have some plants that may be susceptible to frost or freeze damage. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, Turf
Tags: Florida, Florida Freeze, Florida-Friendly, Florida-Friendly Landscapes, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Freeze, Freeze Damage, Freeze Protection, Freeze Recover, Frost Protection, Nassau County, NE Florida
Salvia leucantha

Q: After this last freeze I noticed my salvia was covered in white insects – you called them scale. Do think the freeze killed all the insects? Should I leave the plants alone or remove them now?


June 16, 2017

A: In some instances it is better to remove insect and disease infested plants rather than chemically treat them. Although the salvia will probably return in the spring it is too easy for the insects to get started on one plant and move on the ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes
Tags: Freeze, Salvia, Scale