Trees are a common source of both joy and stress in urban Florida areas. Trees bring value in many ways to both property and human health; however, throughout the year, many worry about the risk of limbs falling or even the whole tree failing. Learn to identify common tree defects and methods to keep your trees healthy.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA161 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 1/9/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:18
Pollinator Gardens come in many shapes and sizes. In many cases folks have a preconceived idea that pollinator gardens are not allowed in HOAs, but this is generally not true. The class will provide you with ideas that let you fit a pollinator garden into your landscape.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Are you interested in learning how your landscape can be attractive, low-maintenance, Florida-friendly, and yes, edible? Then join us as we dive into Foodscaping using the UF/IFAS Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles and learn which edible ornamental plants may work best for you in North-Central Florida.
Instructor:Amanda MarekMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #: IFA206 | Room:Sholom Park Day of Week | Date | Time:F | 1/17/2025 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:46
Come explore the joy, beauty, and variety of plants that grow from bulbs and rhizomes. This talk will include what to grow, how to care for it and when/where to plant.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Florida is home to many strange-looking species, both native and invasive. Join us to learn about odd insects and invertebrates that are established or are approaching Marion and what to do if you spot one.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA207 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 2/13/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:16
This talk will cover the differences between the three types of plants, when they bloom and how to care for them. You too can have beauty in your garden year round.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Join us to learn about harmful invasive species and what is happening to control them in Marion County. We will discuss their lifecycle, potential control, and removal options. We will also discuss resources available to help with proper identification.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA208 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 3/13/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:25
Join us to learn about Florida's interconnected waters from crystal-clear springs and wetlands to the aquifer beneath our feet. We will talk about local efforts to protect our water resources and create individual art pieces that tell the story of our personal connections to and experiences with water.
Instructor:Ondine WellsMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA205 | Room:Room 5 Day of Week | Date | Time:Tu | 4/1/2025 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Seats Available:13
If you'd like to learn how your yard can be colorful, beneficial to pollinators and other wildlife, can conserve water, reduce chemical usage, and save you money and maintenance, join us for this 4-part Florida-Friendly Landscaping series with the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service faculty and Master Gardeners. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FFL) program is statewide from the University of Florida to promote attractive, low-maintenance and sustainable landscapes that protect our state's natural resources. Participants get educational material, soil testing kits, and optional free yard evaluations. Participation in the first two sessions is required to receive the optional free yard evaluation.
Instructor: Amanda Marek Members: $20; General Public: $25
Course #: GAR154 | Room: Cypress Hall Day of Week | Date | Time : W F | 4/2/2025 - 4/11/2025 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM This class meets 4 times Seats Available: 36
What is making those holes in my yard and what can I do about it? Jo will discuss some of the critters that dig in our yards, what they eat and how to discourage them in environmentally appropriate ways.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Have you ever wondered if something can bite or which critters you should be concerned about? During this class we will introduce you to common venomous animals in Central Florida and discuss environmental conditions that may attract or support them.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA209 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 4/10/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:18
Rodents are everywhere in Florida and beyond. They can cause concerns due to damage and disease. Join us to learn more about rodent species, control methods, and challenges.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, pest management, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA210 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 5/1/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:22
Marion County is a haven for growing herbs. Sheena will talk about a variety of herbs that do well here. Learn how to grow and care for them.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Containers can enhance porches, decks, patios and flower beds in ways that usually meet HOA standards. Karen will discuss plants for containers and how to care for them.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Household pests are common in Florida throughout the year and may keep looking for relief to keep them out. Learn to identify common pests, which ones may have associated health hazards and management methods.
Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, pest management, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.
Instructor:Maxine HunterMembers: Free; General Public: $5
Course #: IFA191 | Room:Room 4 Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 6/12/2025 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Seats Available:20
By registering, I agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Master the Possibilities, Inc., Sidney Colen & Associates, Ltd., On Top of the World Communities, Inc., Horticultural Arts & Park Institute, Inc., Bay Laurel Community Development District, and any of their agents, directors, officers, representatives, volunteers and employees from any and all loss, damage, injury, action or cause of action resulting from the classes, events, or trips and/or equipment owned or operated or permitted to be used or operated or is used or operated. This Release Waiver and Hold Harmless Agreement includes those classes, events, or trips inside or outside of Master the Possibilities, Inc. For the full waiver, visit https://www.masterthepossibilities.org/sites/default/files/PDF/WaiverofLiability.pdf.
If class is cancelled by the participant because of COVID positive results, there will still be a processing fee incurred by the participant.
If you'd like to learn how your yard can be colorful, beneficial to pollinators and other wildlife, can conserve water, reduce chemical usage, and save you money and maintenance, join us for this 4-part Florida-Friendly Landscaping series with the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service faculty and Master Gardeners. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FFL) program is statewide from the University of Florida to promote attractive, low-maintenance and sustainable landscapes that protect our state's natural resources. Participants get educational material, soil testing kits, and optional free yard evaluations. Participation in the first two sessions is required to receive the optional free yard evaluation.
