Join us in this episode to learn about which garden tasks can make a big difference in the appearance of your landscape.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening
Color in Landscape: Finding Inspiration for a Color Theme: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP425
Choosing and Installing Mulches: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/mulch/
Florida-Friendly Mulches and Their Uses: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP626
Quick Tips on Hand-Weeding in Your Florida-Friendly Yard: https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2023/07/14/quick-tips-on-hand-weeding-in-your-florida-friendly-yard/
Trimming and Pruning Trees: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pruning/pruning-and-maintaining-trees/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
While fall in central Florida may not bring the dramatic color changes seen in other parts of the country, that doesn't mean it lacks seasonal beauty. Join us in this episode to learn about plants that bloom in the fall and plants whose foliage fits right into that classic fall color palette right here in central Florida. We also talk about tips on using natural items for your fall decor.
***Podcast survey link: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0fBwQ9lnEIWoiCa ***Sources for Show Notes:
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening
Wildflowers for the Central Florida Home Garden: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/media/sfylifasufledu/orange/hort-res/docs/pdf/County-Fact-Sheet---Wildflowers.pdf
Vegetable Gardening in Florida: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/vegetable-gardening-in-florida/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Are you considering adding fruit trees to your central Florida yard? There are so many varieties of fruit trees from temperate to tropical that it’s hard to know what will grow here. Join us in today’s episode to learn about what fruit trees can be grown in central Florida yards.
Podcast survey link: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0fBwQ9lnEIWoiCa
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening
USDA Hardiness Zone Map: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Link to YouTube, Growing Bananas in Your Central Florida Landscape: https://youtu.be/kdX-zPQCwag?si=CvS79gvDJHhaL_FP
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Do you have a favorite fragrant plant? Looking to add more fragrance to your landscape? Join us to find out about bringing fragrance into your landscape with plants.
Podcast survey: https://ufl.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0fBwQ9lnEIWoiCa
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening
Fragrance Gardens https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/design/types-of-gardens/fragrance-gardens/
Fragrant Houseplants https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/houseplants/fragrant-houseplants/
Fifty Fragrant Plants For Florida Landscapes https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/brevardco/2020/04/07/fifty-fragrant-plants-for-florida-landscapes/
The Strongest Sense https://sites.psu.edu/sml6791/2022/04/28/the-strongest-sense/
Physiological Effects of a Garden Plant Smellscape from the Perspective of Perceptual Interaction https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10048905/
Insect Odorscapes: From Plant Volatiles to Natural Olfactory Scenes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31427985/
"Fragrantly Florida-Friendly": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdGkitsNvp8
Find all of the plants mentioned in today’s episode by searching for the plant name on Gardening Solutions: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Houseplants are popular, but they aren’t always easy to grow. In this episode, we’ll share tips for keeping your houseplants healthy and help you get started with indoor gardening.
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Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Ready to add a splash of color to your central Florida yard! Join us as we highlight summer flowers that thrive in the heat, attract pollinators, and keep your landscape vibrant all season long.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Join us for A Gardener’s Story, a special bonus episode where we sit down with a UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer who’s dedicating their time and expertise to help our communities thrive. Stay tuned as we dig into the inspiring story of Betty, a Master Gardener Volunteer with UF/IFAS Extension.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-master-gardener-program/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
In this episode, we’re diving into how to grow the herbs you’ll actually use—and how to make the most of them in the kitchen. From choosing the right herbs for Central Florida gardens to cooking tips and health benefits, we’ve got your herb questions covered!
Sources for Show Notes:
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Herbs in the Florida Garden https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/herbs/
Herbs: A Series of Helpful Fact Sheets https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2021/05/04/herbs-a-series-of-helpful-fact-sheets/
Homemade Potting Mix https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/homemade-potting-mix/
Advanced Seed Starting (info on scarification) https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/advanced-seed-starting/
Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to You? https://ourbloodinstitute.org/blood-matters/cilantro-tastes-like-soap/
Why Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to Some People? https://www.britannica.com/story/why-does-cilantro-taste-like-soap-to-some-people
Clinical Efficacy and Tolerability of Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) in Psychological Well-Being: A Review https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11510126/
Shopping for Health: Herbs and Spices https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FS225
National Herb Day: 1st Saturday in May
National More Herbs, Less Salt Day: Aug 29
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Insects—whether pests or garden helpers—are an essential part of gardening in central Florida. This episode explores how a toolbox approach can help manage insect issues effectively and keep your garden thriving.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida Yard page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Landscape Pests App https://pest.ifas.ufl.edu/
Landscape Integrated Pest Management https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/in109
Different Pests Cause Different Damage https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/different-pests-different-damage.html
Natural Pest and Disease Management https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/natural-pest-and-disease-management.html
Soaps, Detergents, and Pest Management https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/soaps-detergents-and-pest-management.html
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Join us for A Gardener’s Story, a special bonus episode where we sit down with a UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer who’s dedicating their time and expertise to help our communities thrive. Stay tuned as we dig into the inspiring story of Celia, a Master Gardener Volunteer with UF/IFAS Extension.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-master-gardener-program/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
What is No Mow March? Well, it’s a movement encouraging homeowners to put their lawnmowers away for the month of March. The idea is to let your lawn grow naturally, which provides a temporary refuge for pollinators like bees and butterflies. Join us to learn more about No Mow March in today's episode!
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Making a pollinator hotel fact sheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ljqwghsmys0yxu8sefuw8/AEGEZ5ECiF0PeBOEgN7Tz7o/Creating%20a%20Pollinator%20Hotel.pdf?rlkey=z8hlixi5091pnf8xuovsc3psp&e=1&dl=0
Attracting Native Bees to Your Florida Landscape: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/IN1255
Plants for Pollinators: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/bee-plants/
Support Florida’s Pollinators All Year Long https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2024/06/21/support-floridas-pollinators-all-year-long/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
In this episode we explore edible plants that not only thrive in our unique climate but also align with Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles.
Sources for Show Notes:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:
https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida pagehttps://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Do you use a garden journal? Wondering how it can help you improve your gardening skills and techniques? Join us as we dive into the world of garden journaling and how gardening can boost your overall wellness.
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Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
In this episode learn how to use plants in the landscape to naturally add holiday color and interest in and around your home along with ways you can use foliage, flowers, and fruit as decor as we approach the holidays.
Sources for Show Notes:
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Are you new to Florida or are you a part-time resident? Join us for tips on gardening in central Florida including debunking five common garden myths.
Sources for this episode:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
A Part-Time and New Resident’s Guide to Gardening in Central Florida https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2022/12/06/a-part-time-and-new-residents-guide-to-gardening-in-central-florida/
Florida Gardening for New Residents https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/florida-friendly-landscapes/florida-gardening-for-new-residents.html
Month-By-Month Irrigation Checklist https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gx7lae6qx7j23ev/AADLU6Zmt9MQOnur8Z_Dc7Nna?dl=0&preview=Month+by+Month+Irrigation.pdf
Part-Time Resident’s Water Conservation Checklist https://www.dropbox.com/sh/gx7lae6qx7j23ev/AACLcAOkXUAxexdL4aRlMQxfa/Part%20Time%20Residents%20Water%20Conservation.pdf?dl=0
Protecting Florida's Water Resources https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/florida-friendly-landscapes/floridas-water-resources.html
Working in Your Florida Soil https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/florida-soil.html
Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/VH021
Garden Myths, Volume One https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/florida-friendly-landscapes/garden-myths-one.html
Garden Myths, Volume Two https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/florida-friendly-landscapes/garden-myths-two.html
Garden Myths, Volume Three https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/florida-friendly-landscapes/garden-myths-three.html
Soaps, Detergents, and Pest Management https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/soaps-detergents-and-pest-management.html
Landscape and Vegetable Garden Test Form (soil test) https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/SS187
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/pages/map-downloads
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Have you heard the term “crape murder”? Ever wondered what it means? Join us to learn about caring for crapemyrtles and their sometimes unfortunate and untimely "crape murder".
Sources for this episode:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Crapemyrtle https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/crapemyrtle.html
Lagerstroemia indica: Crapemyrtle https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st342
Crapemyrtle in Florida, ENH-52 http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/mg266
Crapemyrtle Pruning, ENH1138 http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep399
Establishing Shrubs in Florida Landscapes, ENH1130 http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep391
10 Steps for Planting in Sandy Soil in Polk County https://www.dropbox.com/s/t8q4aynlnf27j9x/Planting%20on%20sandy%20soil.pdf?dl=0
Examples of Crapemyrtle cultivars: dwarf (less than 4 ft): Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Chickasaw'; semi-dwarf (around 10-12 ft): Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei 'Acoma'; intermediate (less than 20 ft): Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘Comanche'; tree (over 20 ft): Lagerstroemia indica x fauriei ‘Miami'.
Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.
Podcast sound effects: "The Tomb" by Vaudeville.
Are you ready for spooky season? Today we have a fun bonus episode with tips and ideas on combining plants in containers (along with using items found in the yard) for frightfully fun seasonal decor.
Sources for this episode:
Music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio
Are you interested in growing vegetables but want to start small? Do you have limited space to grow vegetables? Whether you garden exclusively in containers or you just want to mix it up and try multiple growing methods, join us to find out what you need to know for growing vegetables and herbs in containers.
Sources for this episode:
Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/
In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, polkmg@ifas.ufl.edu
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Vegetable Gardening: Container Media https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/container-media/
Container Gardens https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/mastergardener/newsletter/2013/more/containers-raised.shtml
Growing Vegetables in Containers https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/growing-vegetables-in-containers/
Minigardening (Growing Vegetables in Containers) https://ufdcimages.uflib.ufl.edu/IR/00/00/34/28/00001/VH03200.pdf
For more information on soil mixes : https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/homemade-potting-mix/ and https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/container-vegetable-gardening/#:~:text=Try%20mixing%20your%20own%20with,the%20pH%20to%20around%206.5
Cleaning Your Container Pots https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/gadsdenco/2015/07/28/recycle-by-cleaning-your-container-pots/
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In today's episode we discuss some basic tips to help you grow a successful vegetable garden in central Florida.
Sources for this episode:
Music: Green Beans by Big Score Audio
Struggling with weeds in your yard? Proper maintenance is key to promoting healthy plants and combating weeds. In this episode, we discuss essential tips and strategies for effective weed management in your landscape
Sources for this episode:
Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/
Weed ID, including UF/IFAS Florida Weed ID Videos: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/weeds-and-invasive-plants/weed-identification.html
Weed Management for Florida Lawns: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP141