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‘Do you really need lawn grass’ lecture
Lawn grass should be used where it serves a purpose, where it is needed and where it will grow. → Read More
Take care of freeze-injured citrus trees
Here is sound advice taken from the UF/IFAS Extension publication Freeze Damage Symptoms and Recovery for Citrus. → Read More
Don't overreact to Northwest Florida's rollercoaster temperatures
When landscape plants freeze, the first impulse may be to get out the pruning shears and cut away. But this isn’t a good idea. → Read More
Don't overreact to Northwest Florida's rollercoaster temperatures
When landscape plants freeze, the first impulse may be to get out the pruning shears and cut away. But this isn’t a good idea. → Read More
Several things to note before tackling Brussels sprouts in your garden
Brussels sprouts are considered a cool-season crop. As such, they require cool weather for best growth. Now is a good time to plant them. → Read More
Understanding slug and snail habits is key to getting them under control.
Some snails and slugs are considered beneficial. Be responsible with pest control efforts and follow label directions when using any pesticide. → Read More
Have you changed your lawn, garden or landscaping because of this column?
Have you made changes to your lawn, landscaping or gardening because of this column? → Read More
Autumn brings changes in Northwest Florida landscapes. How you can prepare.
Some people become concerned when the leaves on certain evergreen plants begin to turn yellow with the change in the seasons. → Read More
Does your lawn have winter annual weeds? Act now to get them under control
Timing of herbicide applications is of utmost importance in controlling winter annual weeds in lawns. → Read More
Shrubs and trees planted in the fall get off to excellent a head start
Fall is a great time of year to plant shrubs and trees. Fall planted trees and shrubs survive better as compared to those that are planted in spring. → Read More
Why do hydrangea flowers change colors? It's a kind of horticultural 'wizardry'
The presence or absence of aluminum compounds in the flowers influences the flower color of the common garden hydrangea, Hydrangea macrophylla. → Read More
Want something showy, edible in your garden? Try cherries and plums.
Few trees as showy in bloom as flowering cherries and plums. These blooming fruit trees signal spring is near. Here's how to add them to your garden. → Read More
Your gardening questions answered: When is citrus fruit ready to harvest?
How long should you wait before picking your citrus fruit? → Read More
Have a gardener on your Christmas gift list? We have ideas.| Gardening
The holiday season is here and the scramble for gifts is underway. Consider these gift ideas - straight out of your garden! → Read More
Why are some fruit trees blooming now?
Have you noticed spring flowering fruit trees blooming this fall? Here's why. → Read More
Control fire ants this fall with these simple tips
Autumn's cool temps draws fire ants to the soil's surface where they create mounds. But, there are easy ways to control mound growth. → Read More
Timing is everything when controlling lawn weeds
Control weed growth by applying this simple principle from UF/IFAS residential horticulturalist Larry Williams. → Read More
Landscaping for native wildlife requires planning
Landscape gardening using native plants will help encourage the health of native wildlife. → Read More
Summer is best time to root native muscadine grape in Northwest Florida
Early to mid-summer is the best time to propagate muscadine grapes. → Read More
Different pruning methods required for different plants
Anyone can prune, but not everyone prunes correctly. In order to prune correctly, you need to understand how plants respond to pruning. → Read More