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Horticulture

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The Horticulture Program offers research-based information to assist homeowners, horticulture professionals, and youth in landscaping and gardening practices. We offer educational programming and diagnostic services to promote healthy plants and protect natural resources. We also assist with best management and pesticide licensing training for professional certification.

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Commercial

Learn about upcoming training opportunities and items of interest to green industry professionals

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Residential

With its warm, humid climate, abundant rainfall, and sandy soils, Florida presents unique challenges and opportunities for residents who enjoy gardening or just want to maintain a beautiful landscape. Whether you hope to grow your own vegetables, adorn the yard with gorgeous ornamentals, or simply keep your lawn neat and healthy, UF/IFAS Extension has resources that can help.

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Master Gardener

Florida Master Gardeners are University of Florida-trained volunteer teachers. Master Gardeners educate and provide research-based information to Floridians about gardening — America’s most popular pastime. Their information about planning and maintaining urban, suburban, and rural landscapes always emphasizes environmental stewardship.

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Eden Gardens – Striking Beauty so Close to Home! 

Azalea Flowers are in full bloom this spring! With Spring Break in full effect in Panama City, what better time to go and enjoy a nature walk! Just like the original Spanish Explorers, I’m always looking for hidden Florida treasure! It really...
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Native Pollinators: Furrow Bees

When you hear the word “pollinator”, what is the first insect that comes to mind? If I had to guess, you would probably say honey bee. European honey bees play an important role in agriculture as pollinators and honey producers, but there are...
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Gardening Matters – May 2020

  Hope you enjoyed the April Gardening Matters and explored your back yard. Exploring the yard provides an opportunity to really look at see what is around you –...
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