Blueberries require an acidic soil that may be difficult to maintain with some of our high pH soils and with high pH irrigation water. Researchers in Chile and Spain have similar problems and also must produce organically, which… Read More
Learn about BMPs for citrus nutrition and irrigation, including the latest nutrition research results. Drs. Tripti Vashisth and Davie Kadyampakeni from the UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center will provide the latest in nutrition and irrigation research used… Read More
Join us to learn the latest about blueberry pests – insects and diseases, and to practice some hands-on diagnostics. Dr. Oscar Liburd, Dr. Phil Harmon and Dr. Carrie Harmon will talk about the pests and how to control… Read More
Spring is the time of year that many people get enthusiastic about planting trees and shrubs in their landscape. While planting can be done during any season, fluctuations in temperature, rainfall, and other environmental conditions could influence establishment…. Read More
Many of my friends are crazy about caladiums. I’m not much for foliage plants; if it doesn’t flower or fruit, why bother? But after seeing the range of sizes and colors that can sizzle in a shady corner,… Read More
Do you want to know the latest forecast for your crops? There are many sources for information. The National Weather Service (NWS) provides data for your specific location. You just have to enter in the city to get… Read More
Did you know that you can grow fruits, vegetables and herbs as a home occupation provided you sell them off-site, away from your residence? Follow the same growing procedures recommended for home gardeners; just add more space so you will… Read More
Join us on Saturday, January 12th from 8:00a-12:10p for the Winter Ornamental & Turf Pest Management Workshop. Thanks to our sponsors at SiteOne, this is a FREE program. We have a great lineup of speakers and topics include… Read More
I spotted a podocarpus in a landscape with attractive curly new growth. I thought to myself, “is this a new variety with a unique characteristic?” As I came in for a closer look, I saw the telltale signs… Read More
If palms are pruned before identifying the cause of decline, sometimes the symptoms are removed that indicate a nutritional or disease problem. In the case of this recently pruned pygmy date palm, a few leaves with a disease… Read More
