Get The Dirt: Resolutions Are Upon Us!
Many of us ponder New Year’s resolutions and come up with novel ideas. Some follow through, implement and stick with their resolutions. Others try...
Central Florida Gardening Calendar
The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has many excellent tools for gardeners. This article speaks to the benefits that...
Get The Dirt: Horticulture Educational Opportunities Abound
Are you interested in gardening? What about recycling and composting? Want to save water or know more about drought-tolerant plants? Do you have an...
2020 Florida State Fair – Recycled Yard Art Contest
Twice each year, UF/IFAS Extension in Hillsborough County sponsors a Recycled Yard Art Contest, one at the Florida State Fair and one at the...
Gardening Done Right
FFL 101 is an annual educational event addressing many of the principles of the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program. There are nine FFL principles, which include...
Get The Dirt: Rainwater Harvesting: Now Is The Time
If you haven’t attended a rainwater harvesting workshop with our office, UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County, you may want to sign-up to participate. We are...
Get The Dirt:Entry Period Open For 2018 Community Water Wise Awards...
The 2018 Community Water Wise Awards, sponsored by Tampa Bay Water, recognize individuals and businesses committed to conserving our water resources and protecting the...
Get The Dirt With Florida Yard Expert: Spring Gardening In Hillsborough...
March is ready, set…garden month in Hillsborough County. We are past the last chance of frost, local area gardening festivals are occurring and we...
New Year With New Opportunities Abounding
What do you want to accomplish garden-wise this year? Have you made a New Year’s resolution on your gardening goals? If not, we may...
Get The Dirt: Spice Up Your Holidays
More holidays are upon us. Some favorite spices include rosemary, sage and marjoram.
Rosemary is a fragrant herb that is easy to grow and...