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November 10, 2023

Does ‘The Lady in Blue’ haunt this UF/IFAS building?

Deep in the heart of the University of Florida’s campus rests one of its oldest buildings. Built as a mule barn, converted into a print shop and then transformed into offices, this UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences building has seen ages of people come and go over its 100 years. But what if one…

November 9, 2023

Staying Well through the Holidays

It’s officially Holiday Season!! The holidays are a time for food, family, friends, and celebrations. For some the holidays are their favorite time of year, but for others not so much. No matter where you fall on this scale let’s make this holiday season your best yet by helping you focus on staying well. Check back…

November 9, 2023

Having a problem with your pond? You are not alone.

Ponds can be a serene and beautiful addition to any landscape, providing a habitat for wildlife and a peaceful spot for relaxation. However, like any other part of your property, ponds can encounter their fair share of problems. Three of the most common issues pond owners face are algae blooms, erosion, and invasive plants. Let’s…

November 8, 2023

Fall Wildflowers at Julington-Durbin Creek Preserve

Fall Wildflowers at Julington-Durbin Creek Preserve By Walter Bryant, MGV Any time of the year is a good time to visit the Julington-Durbin Creek Preserve but, in the fall, the native wildflowers blooming in the sandhills are especially beautiful. The preserve is a long peninsula where the Julington and Durbin Creeks merge. The center of…

November 8, 2023

The Nose Knows: Aromatic Gardens in Florida

Aromatic plants add delight and wonder to any landscape. Whether brushing a rosemary twig gently as you pass by or being enticed by the delicate waft of jasmine, smell is one of the most poignant of our senses. Smell can draw us back to a particular memory, elicit emotions, and create vivid reactions. Incorporating aromatic…

November 7, 2023

Plant Profile: Goji Berry

Woodsorrel or oxalis is a cool season annual perennial native to North America. In warmer areas like Florida, it is a perennial and can be found throughout the state. If you spot it in your yard, you might think it to be clover. Closer inspection will reveal three heart shaped leaves, which is a key…

November 7, 2023

Weed of the Month: Woodsorrel

Woodsorrel or oxalis is a cool season annual perennial native to North America. In warmer areas like Florida, it is a perennial and can be found throughout the state. If you spot it in your yard, you might think it to be clover. Closer inspection will reveal three heart shaped leaves, which is a key…

November 6, 2023

Check It Out! Invasive Plant Management Guides

After several discussions with invasive plant management groups in Florida, it was recognized that many land managers often lack access to resources about the technical aspects of herbicides for invasive plant treatments. Therefore, a brief but detailed summary was needed for many, common invasive plants. These guides bring together herbicide recommendations for invasive plants in…

November 6, 2023

November 2023 First Friday with Florida First Detector

Recap of November 2023 First Friday with Florida First Detector In November, we looked at some more Hemipteran pests and focused on invasive whiteflies, aphids, psyllids, and more. These insects all have a piercing sucking mouth part. Many also excrete honeydew which can lead to sooty mold that impacts the plant growth and development. Some…

November 6, 2023

Palmetto Weevils in Landscape Palms

Weevils are a family of beetles that have their mandibles (mouths) at the end of a very long snout-like projection. Palmetto weevil (Rhynchophorus cruentatus) is the largest North American weevil and is present in many southern states from Florida to the coastal regions of South Carolina and west into coastal Texas. Adults and Larvae …

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