Where Am I?
As I look around it would be impossible to know I’m in Florida by looking at the landscape plants. Nearly all of the plants used in our old-style landscapes are from somewhere else (exotic) like China, Asia, India,… Read More
Category: Work & Life
Have a Food Safe Summer!
Nan Jensen, Extension Agent Schools is out and summer is here so let the fun begin. Whether it’s a cookout at the beach, a backyard barbecue or a picnic in the park, remember to play it safe with… Read More
Fertilizer Blackout Period Begins Today
June 1st is not only the start of hurricane season, but also the beginning of the fertilizer blackout period in Pinellas County. Pinellas County’s fertilizer ordinance regulates the sale and use of fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus to… Read More
5 Tips for a Summer-Ready Garden
Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS Urban Horticulture Agent June is here and we can already feel the first heat of summer. Lots of bugs, humidity, and torrential rains every afternoon are (hopefully in the case of rain) coming soon. These conditions… Read More
The Power of Green Design
Development decisions influence our everyday lives much more than we think. These choices impact the economy, our commutes, our taxes, the environment, and even our health. Where, what, and how things are built influence not just us, but… Read More
Earth Day Turns 47
This year we are celebrating the 47th annual Earth Day. Since its start in 1970, it has grown into an international day of awareness. People across the world come together to demonstrate how important our planet is and why… Read More
Showering At The Beach
After a long day at the hot beach it can feel like heaven to take a shower to get rid of all the sand and sticky sea water. While rinsing you may or may not notice a sign… Read More
Accepting Applications for Summer High School Leadership Program!
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas County at Weedon Island Preserve is looking for high school students with an interest in the environment to join the Ranger Naturalist program. High school students yearning to learn more about the environment and gain… Read More
Spring Vegetable Garden Pest Update
Theresa Badurek, UF/IFAS Urban Horticulture Agent Growing your own vegetables is a fun way to eat healthy and get outside for some fresh air and sunshine. Gardening can even save you money on your grocery bill! Florida is… Read More
Rabbits, radishes, and robots… Pinellas County 4-H has summer programs for everyone!
Summertime is quickly approaching, which often means searching for fun, educational things for your children to do while they aren’t in school. In families with multiple children, finding something for everyone’s varied interests while keeping costs down can… Read More