Pumpkins and gourds are some of the most recognizable symbols of the fall season. They appear everywhere from front porch displays to festive baked goods and seasonal beverages. Join UF/IFAS Extension Putnam County for Out of Your Gourd!, an ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables
Gardening and Alzheimer's disease may intersect in unexpected ways. For many individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, the simple act of planting a seed, smelling a familiar flower, or harvesting a favorite vegetable can spark memories, encourage ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension
Brown patches in Florida lawns are a common concern during late summer and fall. Homeowners may notice thinning turf, yellowing grass, or expanding areas of decline and immediately assume insects are to blame. However, brown patches can be caused ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Turf
Companion planting is one of gardening's most popular topics, but many claims are based more on tradition than research. Can tomatoes really help basil grow better? Do marigolds keep every garden pest away? Join UF/IFAS Extension Putnam County ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
Looking to expand your garden without spending more money on plants? Join UF IFAS Extension Putnam County for an informative and engaging program on plant propagation by cuttings, a simple and effective way to grow new plants at home. Learn ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture
The HLB-tolerant citrus workshop is your opportunity to discover how to grow resilient citrus and enjoy fresh fruit at home, even with the challenges of citrus greening. Designed for homeowners and gardening enthusiasts, this upcoming program ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture
Learn how to support bees, butterflies, and other pollinators by choosing the right plants for your yard. This program introduces Florida Friendly Landscaping principles and highlights ten easy to grow native plants that attract pollinators ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Wildlife
Welcome to the Master Gardener Plant Sale The Master Gardener Plant Sale returns on April 18 from 9 am to 1 pm at the Putnam County Fairgrounds. This annual community event offers many healthy plants, friendly volunteers, and simple gardening ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Lawn
This month’s workshop will teach you how to grow edible plants during a drought. We will look at how dry weather changes the way vegetables grow and why some crops survive better than others. You will learn which vegetables need less water ... READ MORE
Category: Conservation, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Water
Winter weather in Putnam County can be unpredictable, but the freeze we experienced from January 31 to February 2 was anything but typical. Temperatures dropped into the low twenties, and the wind chill made conditions even more extreme. If ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture