GARDENING

Summer tree concerns in Florida

FLORIDA -- It is not uncommon to see evidence of landscape tree problems during summer. Many of these problems are…

2 years ago

August landscape chores and Fort Walton Beach plant clinic

FLORIDA -- August is usually a harsh month in the North Florida landscape. Heat and humidity take their toll on…

2 years ago

Here’s how to root tomato plants for a fall crop

FLORIDA -- As heat, humidity, rain, diseases, and insects increase during summer months, tomato production naturally declines. Entire plants may…

2 years ago

During periods of wet weather, St. Augustinegrass is susceptible to gray leaf spot

FLORIDA – Q. Sections of my St. Augustinegrass lawn are looking bad. I’m seeing spots on individual blades, with some…

2 years ago

When to sod St. Augustinegrass and July plant clinic

FLORIDA –  Q. I want to plant St. Augustinegrass but was told that the sod may be full of fungus…

2 years ago

Don’t water when it’s already wet

FLORIDA -- It amazes me that even under flood conditions, people still water their lawns. I’m sure you’ve seen it,…

2 years ago

Florida gardening during the heat of July

FLORIDA -- The heat is on … as well as the humidity and rain that we usually have during July.…

2 years ago

Trees and storms in Florida

FLORIDA -- Much of Florida has been experiencing rain, thunderstorms and even some wind damage and this is just the…

2 years ago

Be wise when using pesticides

FLORIDA -- If a little is good, then more must be better, right? Wrong. This is faulty logic, at least…

2 years ago

June gardening may include visit to plant clinic

FLORIDA -- June offers hotter temperatures, humidity, and possible thunderstorm activity. In addition, school is out, and many people take…

2 years ago