Of the one million identified insect species worldwide, less than 1% are considered true pests. Those pest insects are either harmful to us, to our food crops, or to our homes. They can also cause aesthetic damage. To… Read More
“It’s a buggy world” is a sentiment that definitely rings true here in the sunshine state. With a conservative estimate of over 12,000 species of insects in Florida, there seems to be six-legged critters everywhere you look. Have… Read More
Songbirds bring joy and beauty to our lives, favoring us with their amazing melodies and enchanting nature. Our free class Aug. 21 will show you how to attract throngs of songbirds to your yard, simply. We’ll show you… Read More
How do you get the best lawn for the least amount of input? Do you know how much water, fertilizer, mowing and chemicals are really needed to maintain your lawn? Join us May 1 to learn simple steps… 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
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
If your neighborhood has a starburst clerodendrum (Clerodendrum quadriloculare), also known as a “shooting star,” consider yourself lucky. Because, although this is a gorgeous, small tree, it also is among one of the more rarely used landscape plants…. Read More
Learn how the use of rain barrels can conserve water, save money by reducing the use of potable water in landscapes (lower utility bills), and reduce stormwater runoff by storing and diverting runoff from impervious surfaces (like roofs)…. Read More
Remember when it was the common notion that termites in trees did no harm – they were simply scavenging on decaying wood? Well it turns out that there are new and ‘improved’ termites which actually kill trees. Termite… Read More
Starting in February, UF/ IFAS Sarasota County will be offering an “Introduction to Composting” class for residents looking to start composting in 2018. If you have a large amount of food waste that ends up in the trash… Read More
