UF/IFAS Extension St. Johns County Master Gardener program will host our annual holiday centerpiece workshop on December 19, from 10 am to 1 pm. Create your own unique holiday table arrangement during this hands-on class using fresh greenery…. Read More
Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) is one of the most popular native grasses in the landscape – and for good reason. Its unique pink plumes are an autumn eye catcher. Native to pine… Read More
Whether you live close to the beach, are dealing with saltwater intrusion in your well, or have elevated levels of salt in your reclaimed water, knowing which plants can tolerate these harsh conditions can help you have a… Read More
Did you know Florida has 69 identified ecosystems with over 4000 flowering plants, 700 land vertebrates, 1000 fish and 30,000 land invertebrates? With 7 USDA hardiness zones, it is no surprise that Florida ranks third in plant diversity… Read More
Prickly Pear Cactus A favorite of gopher tortoises and loved by pollinators, Prickly Pear Cactus makes an attractive addition to any hot, dry, well-drained landscape. Prickly pear prefers poor, sandy soils – in fact, if soil is too… Read More
One of the most widely studied invasive plants in the world, Lantana camara is found in almost every county in Florida as well as in many surrounding states. Lantana camara is native to the West Indies, and while… Read More
Fragaria x ananassa is the most common commercially produced strawberry worldwide. Strawberries prefer well-drained, moist but not wet, sandy soils that have been amended with organic matter and have a slightly acidic pH of 5.5 to 6.5. They… Read More
Many companies use dried, ripe berries from the saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) to make an herbal extract. The extract is used to treat symptoms associated with enlarged prostate glands. In Florida, saw palmetto berries ripen in August-October, so… Read More
Selection Rabbiteye blueberries are the Vaccinium of choice for u-pick and market growers in north Florida as they are less susceptible to late winter or early spring freezes than southern highbush blueberries due to the fact that they… Read More
Blackberries are a deciduous crop that thrives in the temperate climate of the southeast. While several blackberry species are native to Florida, wild blackberries tend to produce smaller berries with lower yields compared to improved varieties. Blackberry cultivars… Read More
