So, you are preparing to leave your home for an extended amount of time and want to prepare correctly. Getting organized and making a plan before you lock your doors will not only help protect your property, but it… Read More
Please welcome our newest Sarasota County Green Business Partner: Lenka Hair Salon, in Venice. About the Partner From the moment you walk through the door at Lenka Hair Salon, you will see and feel the difference. Experience the chic,… Read More
By Mindy Hanak Gardens Program Coordinator Planting carrots was a consistently popular request this season as we, along with Master Garden volunteers and staff from other UF/IFAS Extension programs, provided hands-on assistance at nearly three-dozen school gardens across… Read More
Molly Ringwald has a rival and it’s the pink trumpet tree, also known as the pink tabebuia (pronounced “tab-bee-boo-ya” or “tab-bay-boo-ee-a”), Tabebuia heterophylla, blooming now in a neighborhood near you. Tabebuias are native to the Caribbean and South… Read More
If you walk around your house you may notice small brown spindle-shaped objects attached to walls, fence posts, or just about anything stationary with a vertical surface. They look like mini scrap-piles of dried grass, twig and bark…. Read More
Do you have a seasonal home in Florida, or leave your home here for an extended time? We’ve got some important information for you to consider, before you head away. Your home is one of your largest investments,… Read More
Invasive species long have been a problem for Florida, and continue to plague our area. But what is an “invasive,” and what can you do about it? First, a little background. Native species are defined as those that… Read More
Unoccupied homes in Florida are prime targets for mildew growth, storm damage, pests and a host of other issues. This free class April 16 will show you how to prepare your home — inside and out — before… Read More
A glass of ice-cold water in Florida’s hot summer is a refreshing moment. But, do you know if the water you are drinking is good? And, how would you find out your water’s quality? Our free, two-hour class… Read More
Tired of battling weedy plants? Join us March 21 for a free lesson in identifying and controlling common yard invaders. We will cover lawn weeds and common invasive urban species, and showcase methods to curb these unwanted plant… Read More
