The Neighborhood Gardener – August
Happy gardening!
Selecting Trees
Achieving a natural, healthy balance in your landscape starts with putting the right plant in the right place. Before planting a tree, you should carefully consider the traits and needs of that species. More
The Xtreme Makeover Project
A Collier County Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Success
One year after installation, the ‘Empire’ zoysiagrass lawn is a rich green, and the mulched garden bed is nearly weed free, with spreading shrubbery and blooming plants that shield the soil. More
Plant of the Month: Canna
Related to bananas and ginger plants, cannas come in an array of tropical colors. These heat-loving perennials like sunny, moist conditions. More
August in Your Garden
Apply slow-release nitrogen or iron to St. Augustine and Zoysia lawns this month if they need "greening up." Start the fall planting season now with many varieties of cool and warm season crops.
For more month-by-month gardening tips, check out the Florida Gardening Calendar. Three different editions of the calendar provide specific tips for each of Florida's gardening regions—North, Central, and South. More
Friend or Foe? Friend: Dragonflies
Dragonflies have been around for more than 300 million years. Their favorite foods include mosquitoes and flies, so their presence is a good sign! Dragonflies do not sting or bite people. They spend much of their lives as nymphs in water and therefore tend to live near ponds, rivers, and wetlands. Dragonfly nymphs eat mosquito larvae and other insects. Having a garden pond will attract them, and using few or no pesticides will ensure they stick around. More
Florida Master Gardener Continued Training Conference
Join Master Gardener volunteers from all around the state to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Florida Master Gardener Program. The conference will feature a variety of speakers and topics about gardening and volunteerism. Make plans to be in Ocala November 2 to 4, 2009! More
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Success Stories
- We're looking for inspiring, Florida-friendly success stories from your county. Submit yours today at gardening@ifas.ufl.edu.
