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Gardening Tip: Butterfly Garden

April 4, 2023
A large Tree Nympha (Idea leucone) on a red flowering plant. April 2008 IFAS Extension Calendar Photo. Butterflies in the McGuire Butterfly Garden, flowers, plants. UF/IFAS Photo: Sally Lanigan.Gardener Question: I would like to have some butterflies in my yard, but I don’t know what plants they like. How do I know which plants to…

The Beauty of Blackberries

April 3, 2023
Do you have a favorite fruit? Without a doubt, blackberries would be one of mine. Their sharp, sometimes bittersweet flavors and unique textures offer a cool and refreshing counterpoint to the infamous heat of the Florida summer. However, for all of my delight surrounding the return of blackberries, I know relatively little else…

A Sea of Grass; Part 1 – The Grasses

March 31, 2023
Many in the Florida panhandle are aware of the importance of seagrasses to estuarine ecology.  They have heard this many times before and have heard how important it is to protect them.  Some are aware that they are important as a nursery for many commercial important fin and shellfish.  But fewer are aware of the…

Women Make History in IPM!

March 30, 2023
Hello Avid readers! Thank you for coming back. We have a real treat for you this month as it is Women in History Month. Have you wondered when or how women have impacted integrated pest management (IPM)? Do you know how women have contributed to public health or structural pest management? Thousands of women have…

New Episode from Naturally Florida, “The Truth About Iconic Florida”

March 29, 2023
When people think of Florida or visiting the sights, what do they think of? For most people, it’s some combination of alligators, flamingos, manatees, and sea turtles with a sprinkling of Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, and the beaches. This episode explores the truth about iconic Florida. New Episode from Naturally Florida Naturally Florida (a podcast…

Vines of Mistaken Identity: Trumpet Vine

March 28, 2023
In the Vines of Mistaken Identify, we’re exploring the different types of vines commonly called “invasive” around Nassau County. Rather, in fact, these vines are not invasive and many of them are native too, which provides amazing benefits to our ecosystem and environment. Our current blog explores Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans). It’s Important Value There…

White Blooms

March 28, 2023
Flatwoods Plum Prunus umbellata Unknown to most local residents, the Flatwoods Plum is a nice option for a small tree and is covered in white blooms each year in late February or early spring. Size Its mature size is about 15 to 20 feet tall by 15 to 20 feet wide. Since most housing lots…

Soil Testing How-to

March 27, 2023
Soil is the foundation of the landscape.  Having a soil pH test done may be the best place to start when planting a new garden, new landscape, or when your landscape is showing signs of stress. If you live near the ocean and irrigate with a well, you may also need to test your irrigation…

Pesticide Safety

March 27, 2023
February was National Pesticide Safety Education Month but is not too late to learn about it. By definition, a pesticide is actually anything used to kill or repel insects, fungi, mold, mildew, diseases, animals, or weedy plants. For obvious financial reasons, many homeowners choose to do some of these jobs themselves.   However, there are…

The great horned owl and owlet are too cute!

March 24, 2023
The UF/IFAS Extension St. Lucie County is located in a rural area of the county.  We are fortunate to have green spaces with native plants and wildlife in the surrounding area.  Several weeks ago, we noticed a great horned owl and owlet took residence in a dead palm tree in the area.  Of course, we took plenty…

Ways to Save: Tips for in and Around Your Home

March 24, 2023
Whether you rent or own your home, we all have bills to pay. Lots of bills, it seems. We can help. Our “Ways to Save” project provides a range of cost-saving tips on many of the common expenses you face every day, like utility bills and food costs. Through videos, classes, projects, blog posts and…
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