Commercial Horticulture
It may be no surprise that National Institute of Health (NIH) studies have shown that long-term stress is one of the factors contributing to chronic illnesses. However, NIH studies also revealed that persons who have views of greenery and access ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Natural Resources, Work & Life
I’m almost sure that the last time you put your socks on, bit into a slice of pizza, munched on some popcorn, or relished a mouthful of cool, refreshing orange juice, the last thing on your mind was the power of flowers. Flowers? Yes, flowers! The ... READ MORE
Category: Agribusiness, Agriculture, Horticulture
Plants need 17 chemical elements to thrive, and these are called essential plant nutrients, three of which are atmospheric - carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. Essential plant nutrients are subdivided into groups based on whether plants require them ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes
There are many layers involved when delving into the wonderful world of jackfruit, but for now, we will focus on just two. The first layer, for those unfamiliar with this tropical delicacy, is "what in the world is jackfruit?", and the second ... READ MORE
Category: Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
So you may or may not know what a Tuliptree looks like but this conversation is actually not about Tuliptrees; rather, it's about a scale insect that loves to feed on all the relatives of the Tuliptree, including the elegant and exquisite Magnolia. ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Pests & Disease
A really tiny mite—almost imperceptible to the naked eye—can cause giant problems in the plant world. Eriophyid mites are less than 1 mm in length, which makes them difficult to see. Yet, one female mite can lay up to 800 eggs, which ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease
Business 'Unusual' Although it is certainly a challenge to maintain some semblance of normalcy as we continue to navigate the CDC COVID-19 safety guidelines, the UF/IFAS commitment to providing support for our clientele remains unchanged. Below ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf
COVID-19 Update It is our hope that you and your family are well and are staying safe. To say that these are trying times, is an understatement. However, the UF/IFAS Extension commitment to our community, clientele, and stakeholders, has not ... READ MORE
Category: Horticulture, Lawn, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, Turf
Let's talk poinsettias: most people either love them or hate them - there is little middle ground. Many people love their cheery colors, while many others hate that the plants can be temperamental, dropping all their leaves if given too much ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Communities derive many benefits from their urban forests, including improved air quality, increased stormwater filtration, reduced heat island effects, and positive physical and mental health impacts. A 2013 tree canopy study in Sarasota ... READ MORE
Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Natural Resources