Yearly Archives: 2023

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April 24, 2023

Foolproof Palm Care: Needle Palm

When it comes to finding a tropical plant which can tolerate below-freezing temperatures, the Needle Palm (Rhapidophyllum hystrix), is a winner, having been known to tolerate temperatures as low as -15 d F.Planting Site Although relatively slow-growing, needle palms grow to 8 ft. tall by 10 ft. wide at maturity. The ideal planting site for…

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April 20, 2023

Plant Species Diversity in Urban Landscapes

Plant diversity can be defined as having two or more plant species established in a landscape. Having a single species is referred to as a monoculture. The practice of monoculture is very common in housing development and street tree establishment. The disadvantage of having only one or only a few species is that diseases and…

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April 20, 2023

New app is quick reference for perishable transport pros

FoodTransport, a free new app from University of Florida postharvest experts, provides brief but authoritative recommendations for shipping perishable foods via truck or rail. The user-friendly app is the next step in a years-long project that started in 2017 when the UF/IFAS scientists began working to revise and digitize a USDA handbook last updated in 1995. That…

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April 19, 2023

Florida Beekeeping Management Calendar: April

FLORIDA Beekeeping? CALENDARChecklistQueen issues are problematic this time of year. Remedy failing queens as necessary.Continue to control swarming, For moreBeehives httpedls.ifas.ufl.edu in970. Make nucssplits as new queens andJ packages become available. Oy‘Add supers the primary nectar flow begins this month, VaAG‘Super as necessary.Orange blossom honey can be extracted inate April.UF FAS Extension‘wsamye ouSources httpedis.ifas.ufl.eduin848 http…

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April 19, 2023

Aphids on Plants and their Management

Aphids are characterized by their little size and soft bodies, and they feed on the sap of many plants. They are frequently discovered in gardens, farms, and greenhouses. Aphids are available in a wide range of colors, including green, yellow, black, and red, and there are thousands of different species of aphids. Aphids have a…

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April 18, 2023

Cigar rolling insects?

How often do you see something that makes you go “Hmmmm…?” How often do you actually look it up to learn more? I am curious, especially when it comes to critters. Recently, I noticed an abundance of perfectly rolled oak leaf pieces spread about the sidewalk. First thought, POOP! Next thought, why is fertilizer on…

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April 18, 2023

Weekly “What is it?”: Blueberry bee

Ripe Florida blueberries. Photo credit: Tyler Jones, IFAS PhotographyIt’s a bit early still for blueberries in north Florida, but they are definitely on the horizon. We have a handful of bushes at home and the office, and I’ve noticed the white blooms are gone and berries are forming as we speak. Many of us, myself…

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April 13, 2023

Video: Robotic Mowers for a Home Lawn

There are now opportunities for homeowners to utilize robotic mowers to manage different types of turfgrass. Learn the basics of a robotic mower with UF IFAS Extension Escambia County as Master Gardener Volunteer Greg demonstrates basic installation and function. by Beth BollesSource: UF/IFAS Pest Alert Note: All images and contents are the property of…

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April 12, 2023

Skip the Birdfeeder, Plant a Tree

Originally published in the Tallahassee Democrat By Rachel Mathes Birdfeeders are great additions to the wildlife-friendly landscape, but they can be a hassle to keep clean and filled up, especially in our brutal summer months. In addition to all the fuss of keeping up a birdfeeder, they do not provide full nutrition for wild birds.…

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