The Ancient Journey of Native Vegetables
Flint corn is one of the oldest varieties of corn and has been cultivated by Native American tribes for thousands of years. Photo by Gerald Holmes, Strawberry Center, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Bugwood.org. The Ancient Journey of Native Vegetables The Americas are not...
Don’t Water When it’s Already Wet
It amazes me that even under flood conditions, people still water their lawns. I’m sure you’ve seen it too - we get enough rain to cause some areas to flood and yet you see irrigation systems going full blast. Lawn irrigation should be applied on an as needed basis....
Selecting Wind-Resistant Trees for Hurricane Season
The Pensacola area has had its fair share of rough weather lately. While the recent storms were not hurricanes, the rainfall totals rivaled many tropical storms, and the lighting and wind were disastrous. A tornado caused significant damage, including a tragic death,...
Native Pollinators: Furrow Bees
When you hear the word “pollinator”, what is the first insect that comes to mind? If I had to guess, you would probably say honey bee. European honey bees play an important role in agriculture as pollinators and honey producers, but there are hundreds of native...
Spiders in the Landscape and Garden
Unknowingly we interact with many small creatures in our everyday lives. Spiders are one of these groups that are beneficial to the function of human activity. This group receives much publicity as being dangerous to people and our pets. While there is...
Tree Removal…After the Storm
Moderate to strong El Nino conditions were predicted for this summer and I think this revelation has come true. The heat and humidity in the latter part of June were on the verge of being unbearable and the precipitation cycle is unpredictable. In the middle of the...
Frogfruit as a Turf Companion
Homeowners may consider growing Frogfruit, Phyla nodiflora as a companion plant in turf areas. Learn the qualities of this groundcover with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County. https://youtu.be/9tHy6c7HG8w
The Enchanting Allure of the Purple Coneflower
Article Written By: Khadejah Scott, Horticulture/Agriculture/Natural Resources Extension Agent, University of Florida/IFAS Extension - Wakulla County Among the notable floral species is the striking and resilient Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea). With its...
Pesticide Labeling: A Guide for Users
Pesticides can be helpful tools in the home landscape and garden, helping to protect fruits, vegetables, and landscape plants from pests. While pesticides can be valuable tools in controlling pests, their improper use can pose risks to human health, beneficial...
Plant ID Apps
If you enjoy time spent outdoors, chances are you’ve come across a plant or two that has caused you to say, “That’s interesting! I wonder what that is?”. Identifying the plants you’re looking at can be a challenge, unless you happen to be a botanist. Even a handy book...