The muscadine grape was the first native grape species to be cultivated in North America. They are delicious eaten fresh, and are a popular grape in Florida wines. Although muscadine grapes have seeds, and thicker skins than common table grapes, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
In Central Florida, many farmers and gardeners take a break from growing vegetables in the summer. If you’re new to the area, the “summer” growing season is about May - September here. Heat, pests, and frequent rains make growing hard ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Fruits & Vegetables,
Ya llego la primavera al condado de Osceola y es la mejor época de cultivar su jardín. Nuestro clima subtropical nos permite preparar los jardines después de las temporadas frías de enero y febrero, permitiendo que las plantas tengan más ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Extension, , Wildlife
It’s right here, right now – spring in Osceola County is the best time and place to be gardening. Our subtropical climate frees us to prepare garden beds after the frosts of January and February, allowing plants more time to mature ... READ MORE
Category: Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Welcome
Have you ever had a problem in your garden or landscape that you couldn't solve? Do you like gardening and want to learn more about it? Are looking to participate in a University of Florida training program and would like to share your knowledge ... READ MORE
Category: Community Volunteers, Events, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Pests & Disease
It came and went so fast, but it left some noticeable damage behind. The freezing temperatures we had recently, may have caused some havoc on your landscape. Tropical, subtropical, and even some temperate plants are sensitive to ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Water
You can pick your own peaches, blueberries and blackberries right here in Osceola County this spring. You’ll find the freshest, tastiest fruits at local farms, and you even get to meet the growers. By opening up their farms to the public, ... READ MORE
Category: Agriculture, Crops, Events, Fruits & Vegetables
Gardening Questions? Have you ever looked out at your yard and decided that it really needs help? And have you ever felt that it was hopeless to try to do anything about it? Probably most people have. A good way to begin ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Lawn, Pests & Disease
It's never too early for a child to start gardening. Gardening is a great activity that parents and grandparents can do with children that everyone can enjoy. It provides a multitude of benefits to all involved, along with creating and promoting ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture