We want to see your landscape! At UF/IFAS Extension, we spend a lot of time looking at landscapes in distress. Pests, disease diagnosis, water issues, mucky ponds, invasive plants, etc. Don’t get me wrong… it’s our specialty, and… Read More
Many people like dining out for the experience (whether it’s for a get together with friends or family, a date night, a celebration, or just wanting a night off from cooking and dishes). And during this time of… Read More
Protecting yourself from the sun isn’t the only thing we should be concerned about when being outside. With the Pasco region seeing temperatures in the 90s for the past several days, it’s important to protect yourself from dehydration, which… Read More
When you hear the word “pollinator,” what comes to mind? Honeybees? Butterflies? How about flies? Wasps? Hummingbirds? Bats? The diversity of pollinators is amazing. By using the principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping in my yard, I’ve been lucky… Read More
Attention gardeners! Landscape designers! Green-industry pros! The annual Tampa Bay Community Water-Wise Awards Program is on the lookout for landscapes that showcase the best in “water-wise” design and maintenance. The annual contest is open to landscapes from across… Read More
Being stuck at home doesn’t have to mean more video games or binge watching TV shows. Instead, make use of this stay-at-home order by keeping your home organized. You’ll feel much more accomplished then finishing another season of… Read More
Trees add value to our communities. But our recent windy weather serves as a good reminder that storm season is just around the corner. Given the large size attained by some trees, they can become hazardous to people… Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused major disruptions to Florida food markets. Sales of food products to restaurants and schools have fallen drastically. Some farmers markets have closed. Sales through grocery stores spiked upward initially, but recent limits on… Read More
What is more contagious than the coronavirus? Fear, panic, and paranoia. While it’s natural to fear what we don’t know, we want to make sure we are reacting in a way that will help us, not hurt us. … Read More
Pasco County is home to many food entrepreneurs. I get calls all the time asking about ServSafe classes and cottage food questions. I understand these are stressful times. For those of you who own a cottage foods operation… Read More
