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Acorns Galore, Seen Here on Fernandina Beach Sidewalk

Getting Landscape Ready For Northeast Florida Winter. Acorns Galore!

Noticed a bumper crop of acorns this year? Tips for winterizing landscapes include adding potassium (potash) to Northeast Florida lawns now. Also, fertilize palms and cycads with a palm fertilizer. Irrigate plants 24-48 hours prior to a freeze. Read more from Nassau County, Florida Extension expert.

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Spreading Dayflower photo

Mystery Weeds? Giant Leather Fern, Free Herb Class

Get help identifying garden mystery weeds. Free Landscape Matters class on herbs being offered Nov. 9, 2011 in Yulee by Master Gardener. Giant Leather Ferns can reach heights of 12 feet and are cold hardy for northeast Florida.

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Flamingo Plant (Photo Texas A & M)

Jerusalem Thorn, Flamingo Plant, Gardening Clinic, Plant Sale

Got questions about landscaping & gardening in northeast Florida? University of Florida/IFAS Extension Director for Nassau County and Horticulture Agent III, Rebecca Jordi helps residents with gardening issues.

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Growing Onions in Northeast Florida

Tips For Growing Onions in Northeast Florida

Onions to grow in Florida. FREE February gardening clinics.

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Florida Kumquat, photo University of Florida

Florida Freeze-Damaged Kumquats, Learn How to Grow Citrus

“Landscape Matters” class. Also, time to plant cauliflower in North Florida.

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Salvia Mystic Spires

Winter Gardening in Florida Easier Than Warmer Months

Novice Florida gardener? Try growing broccoli, easy winter vege. Did recent freeze kill insects on Salvia? Get gardening tips from expert.

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Distressed Florida Lawn

Fixing Florida Foreclosure Home Lawn & Landscape

Over seed lawn with annual rye for now. Trees, shrubs from containers can be planted.

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