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December 12, 2023

Blue for your Florida-Friendly Landscape

Evolvulus – New Flowers Every dayBlue is an important color in the landscape that is not provided by many flowers in our plant palette.  One plant that has been around for decades and is still popular supplies blue flowers in abundance – the genus Evolvulus or Brazilian dwarf morning-glory.  Other than the flowers resembling miniature…

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December 11, 2023

Florida Black Bears, a New Episode from Naturally Florida

Florida black bears have been in the news, frequently, this year! On today’s episode, we chat about the Florida black bear’s diet, behavior, and biology, and provide some tips for co-existing with our resident bears. New Episode from Naturally Florida Naturally Florida (a podcast about Florida’s natural areas and the wild things that live here)…

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December 11, 2023

Low-Maintenance Landscaping: Groundcovers

Low-Maintenance Groundcovers Groundcovers are low-to-the-ground plants that you can use to help fill out your landscape. Keep reading to learn about some groundcover plants that require minimal watering and care in Sarasota County. Note: The following information is adapted from the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Plant Guide. Legend Apart from the information presented in the table, the following features will be…

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December 8, 2023

Plants at Their Peak: Asters! A native mums alternative

A tired mum I spotted. It didn’t even last to Thanksgiving!As the holiday season approaches, many of us eagerly anticipate the vibrant colors and festive decorations that accompany this joyous time of year. While traditional holiday flowers like mums have long been a popular choice for seasonal décor, there’s a Florida-Friendly alternative that not only adds a…

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December 8, 2023

The Magic of Mulch in the Landscape

Fungi Facts Fungi are known as plants that lack chlorophyll and true plant parts rather they are decomposers that can contain mycelium and mycorrhizae. As a member of the animal kingdom, fungi consist of yeast, toadstools, mold, mildew, truffles, and MUSHROOMS. Mushrooms are fleshy spore-bearing fungus categorized as edible and non-edible organisms. There are an…

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December 7, 2023

The Magic of Mulch in the Landscape

Utilizing mulch in your yard is a cost-effective tool that is so often overlooked. It’s surprising to see how many landscapes lack the benefits of mulch.  Proper mulching is crucial for any Florida-Friendly landscape. By adding mulch, you can save water, suppress weeds, enrich soil, and enhance the overall appearance of your yard. Don’t miss…

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December 7, 2023

Seafood for the Holidays!

A New Tradition Holiday dinners often involve ham and turkey. After six weeks, you might think turkey is for the birds! In Florida, many families serve a coastal catch or two by adding fresh seafood to their meals during this festive season. Seafood is a delicious way to enhance a favorite dish and it delivers…

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December 6, 2023

Citrus for Homeowners

Florida citrus is a hot commodity not just for Floridians but for the overall United States. However, the most gratifying feeling is being able to pick your own fruit fresh from your yard. UF/IFAS has been working diligently to provide farmers and homeowners with citrus varieties that can tolerate the destructive Citrus Greening (Huanglongbing or…

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December 6, 2023

How About Some Purple to Compliment Your Turkey Dinner

Purple is the color of royalty and “Purple Majesty” and “Purple Splendor” are two newly released varieties of sweet potato bred by Drs. Craig Yencho and Kenneth Pecota at North Carolina State University.  This same program is responsible for “Covington” which is the typical orange-flesh variety that you find on most grocery store shelves.  “Covington”…

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