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Read the latest issue HEREPolk County Master Gardeners Teach Stude...
Principal Brian Kier and teachers Tracy Miller, Patti Frier and Sarah Smokay of the Davenport School of the Arts working along side their Polk County Master Gardener Advisor Mike Howell have finally realized their dream of adding agriculture to school supported activities. Seven months of planning, meetings and much back breaking labor in heat and cold have resulted in 8 raised beds for...Polk County Youth Fair
The Polk County Youth Fair is this week at the UF/IFAS Polk County Extension...Congratulations to the 2011 Graduating C...
The 2011 class of Master Gardeners graduated at a graduation and awards ceremony on Thursday, January 12, in Bartow. The following Polk County residents are now Florida Master Gardeners. Master Gardeners are a core of volunteers that assist in delivering information to residents on how to design, plant and care for their plants and landscapes in a Florida-Friendly way. Phyllis...Protecting Plants from the Cold
How to protect plants from the cold:...Florida Yards & Neighborhoods: Is th...
Florida Yards & Neighborhoods: Is the Cold Making You Reach for a Blanket? Share...: Hopefully everyone has been following UF/IFAS recommendations for protecting your landscape plants from the freezing temperatures. If you...Looking for a Great Christmas Gift?
...then look no further! The Polk County Master Gardener 2012 calendar is now available for sale!The calendar is FULL of gardening information, photographs, useful planting guides and important gardening dates. This is THE BEST stocking stuffer, hostess gift, gift for a neighbor or fellow gardener that you will find in Polk County.Contact the UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service at...Master Gardeners Inspiring Yards
Master Gardeners have the most inspiring and interesting landscapes. Many times you visit their home and are completely surprised by what you find behind a fence or hedge. They enjoy spending time in their yards, collecting unusual plants and experimenting with growing techniques. I always find great ideas for my own yard when I visit a Master Gardener's yard. Do you live near a...Muhly Grass-A Fall Showstopper!
Muhly grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) is blooming right now! If you take a drive around Polk County there is a good chance you will see the gorgeous blooms of this native grass. It is inconspicuous most of the year but it really shines during the fall months. This ornamental grass is drought-tolerant and easy to grow. It will grow about three feet tall and wide and looks best in...District Asks Homeowners to "Skip A...
Overwatering in winter can encourage pests and diseaseThe Southwest Florida Water Management District is reminding residents who irrigate their lawns to “Skip a Week” or more of watering during the cooler months of December, January and February.According to research by the University of Florida, grass doesn’t need to be watered as often during the cooler months. One-half to...Decorating Your Home WIth Florida’...
It's the time of year to start decorating and creating gifts for the holidays. Did you know that you can make some gorgeous gifts and decorations from natural items found in your yard? Take a look!Create a festive wreath with palm fibers and found objects such as shells.A great gift for a friend or neighbor! A candle tied with silver Saw Palmetto and jute.Use a fallen palm "boot" on...Forsythia Sage is Blooming Now!
Forsythia Sage (Salvia madrensis) is a show-stopper in the fall landscape. Its gigantic blooms (up to 12 inches long) cover the large plant and will bloom until frost occurs. This salvia will grow up to six feet tall but will freeze back to the ground each winter. Its drapey form is a complement to many landscape plants. It looks beautiful when combined with ornamental grasses,...Month-Long Accolades for Polk Master Gar...
Polk County Master Gardeners have received international and state acclaim during the month of October for educational and service projects sponsored in Polk County. David Shibles, Ornamental Horticulture Agent for the Polk County Extension Service, summed up the accomplishments of the group as “rewards well-deserved for the dedicated volunteer work that Polk County Master Gardeners...Rain Barrels in Southwest Florida
Rain barrels new trend across SWFLPolk County Master Gardeners Win Interna...
The Polk County Master Gardeners won first place in the youth category for their Agri-Fest program at the 2011 International Master Gardener Conference in Charleston, West Virginia. This much sought after prize is awarded to only one Master Gardener organization each year for extraordinary service to youth in their community. Agri-Fest is an educational program sponsored by the Polk...The Landscape Show
It is fun to attend The Landscape Show, held at the Orlando Convention Center, every fall. It is a great place to see new plants and landscape products and get ideas for the landscape. Here are a few photos from the show this year! A variety of textures. Interesting and creative displays. Different types of Melaleuca mulch. Melaleuca mulch is available for purchase from the Polk County...Fall Gardening Tasks
It may not feel like it yet, but tomorrow is the first day of fall! As fall weather moves into central Florida, things in the landscape will start to slow down. Grass will grow more slowly and hopefully the weeds will too! As usual, there are some garden chores that need to be tackled at this time of year. These chores will help clean up the landscape you abandoned during the hot summer...Events in Polk County This Weekend
The Eternal Orchid, 49th Orchid ShowSeptember 17, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.September 18, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.Lake Mirror Center, 121 S. Lake Avenue, LakelandSee orchid displays, purchase orchid supplies and visit the repotting table. Sponsored by the Ridge Orchid Society. $2 admission. The Cardboard Boat Challenge and Lakes FestivalSaturday, September 17, 8:30 a.m. - noon (race starts...Fall Color for the Landscape
Your landscape might start to look at little stressed after a harsh Florida summer, but there are some plants that will revive the landscape going into the fall months. These plants will add some interest to your landscape with their unique characteristics. Remember that even in Florida, there are many plants that will change color, produce berries, or flower only in the fall months....From the Publisher, Marialice Quinn
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