A Helping Hand to Ranchers
UF/IFAS Extension is said to be one of the best kept secrets in town, but we don’t want to be a secret. We want everyone to know we are here to help! One of the ways we can… Read More
Category: Agriculture
Star fruit of wonder…
Florida star fruit, or carambola, is in season now. When sliced, the fruit forms a perfect star. This subtropical fruit is produced commercially in South Florida, and grown as a backyard fruit in Central Florida. You may find… Read More
Giving Your Horse a Healthy Shot at Life. Vaccine Information
Routine vaccines play such an important role in keeping your horse healthy year round. Vaccines are important because they help prime the immune system and help prevent the risk of infection and aid in the prevention of disease…. Read More
Is this a good time to mulch?
Is this a good time to mulch? Yes, it is always beneficial to have some mulch on gardens, and even around trees. But the mulch needs stay at least 12-18″ from tree trunks to keep them healthy, and… Read More
Florida Alter Tree Removal Law
Florida alters local tree law
Creeping Beggarweed in the Landscape (Desmodium incanum)
Introduction: Creeping beggarweed is a prostrate, ascending perennial weed that actively grows in the spring and summer (Wagner et al 1999). Located in pastures, residential and commercial landscapes, and in open undisturbed areas (Green et al., 2008)…. Read More
Handbook of Florida Fence and Property Law: Trees
http://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/osceolaco/2019/09/02/handbook-of-flor…operty-law-trees/ It is often said that good fence makes good neighbor. So who is responsible when a neighbor’s tree damage the fence? Please click on the link about to view the EDIS document on fallen trees.This EDIS document will… Read More
Urban Trees in the Landscape
These days, there is a great conversation going on for a better tree ordinance in Osceola County. I know many people would ask why waste time talking about trees. Stop! In order to understand this conversation we first… Read More
How to Prepare Trees for Storms
Living in Central Florida gives us the luxury of doing outdoor activities all year round. The weather seems to be great most of the time, but there is the harsh reality of hurricane season which begins June 1st… Read More
Fall, A Busy Time in the Landscape.
Fall is still a busy time of the year in the landscape. It signifies the ideal time for planting and transplanting trees, shrubs and perennials. It’s also time to over-seed warm season grass with winter rye, plant bulbs… Read More