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Gardening in the Panhandle

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Native Azaleas in Bloom

Native Azaleas in Bloom

Native azaleas are stunning this time of year.  These deciduous shrubs (and sometimes small trees) often go unnoticed until they bloom in the spring.  Three species native to Florida are the piedmont azalea (Rhododendron canescens), the Florida flame azalea...

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The Cornus of Florida

The Cornus of Florida

A Problem of Anticipation The feeling is palpable, everyone is ready for spring.  Can you hear them?  The seeds beckoning in their packets, begging you to bury them in the soil.  Every gardener struggles with this dilemma in early spring, but this year will surely be...

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Horsehair fungus–a mystery in the woods

Horsehair fungus–a mystery in the woods

Imagine walking through the woods, enjoying the fresh air and birdsong, when you notice a twig just dangling midair. On first glance, you might presume it is stuck in a vine or a large spider web. However, this material is thinner than a vine and there are no spiders...

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