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Now is the time to start to plan for that spring vegetable garden.  The basic steps of "getting started" will be the focus of this class.  It is this preparation that will enhance the chances of a successful crop.  Whether you plant a large garden or group in pots, these first steps apply.

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. 

 

Do it yourself or hire a lawn service, here is the information you need to maintain a beautiful lawn. The talk will include types of grass, their advantages and disadvantages, watering, mowing, and more.  If you use a service, you should be aware of this information as  not all services follows these guidelines.  It is up to you to be sure your lawn stays in beautiful condition.

The UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service is an equal opportunity institution that partners the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with the University of Florida to bring you non-biased, research-based information to help you find solutions to your life. 

Your yard and how you maintain it can have great positive impacts our natural resources, but it can also have great negative impacts too. Join us for this 4-part series to learn how you can have a Florida yard that makes you happy, that causes you less stress, money and frustration, and that conserves water and provides habitat for wildlife. Free optional yard evaluations after the program for participants that attend all sessions.

This is a must-attend class for anyone new to the Sunshine State! Learn about our region's unique water resources, with a special focus on Marion County's renowned springs. Discover what plants thrive here, when to plant them, and how to design beautiful Florida-Friendly Landscaping for your home. Discover the many resources and programs available through your local extension office.

What fun to look out the window and see a butterfly flitting from flower to flower.  If you want to attract butterflies and bees to your yard, here is the talk for you.  Audrey will talk about flowers and other plants that attract bees and butterflies and why they are important in your yard.  She will include what to plant, when, where and how to plant, and the soil, water and sun needs of each plant.  Bring beauty plus other benefits to your yard.

 

The UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service is an equal opportunity institution that partners the Marion County Board of County Commissioners with the University of Florida to bring you non-biased, research-based information to help you find solutions to your life. 

The Oak tree was named our National Tree in 2004, but why? What makes these majestic and diverse trees found in all 50 states so unique and important? Could it be their amazing life spans or size? Could it be their incredible importance to pollinators? Join us as we learn all about and celebrate our National Tree. "The Oak".

Discover the beauty and significance of two of Florida's most famous springs, Rainbow Springs and Silver Springs. Learn about their unique ecosystems, conservation efforts to protect them, and the many ways you can enjoy them.

If you have limited space or live in an HOA, what vegetables can I grow in a pot? Let us help you choose vegetables that will produce wonderful fruit in a container. Sometimes we just can’t work in a raised bed garden or an in-ground garden.  There are benefits to container gardening and allow everyone to have a wonderful experience growing their own food.  The talk will include getting started, what to plant, when to plant and the maintenance of a vegetable garden in a container.

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 common and not-so-common snails, slugs, and mollusks in Central Florida.  We will talk about their lifecycle, potential pest issues and control or 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. 

Have you ever wondered if something can bite or been bitten by an insect that you didn’t see? During this class we will introduce you to common biting and stinging insects in Central Florida (both large and small insects) and discuss management as well as 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. 

This talk will cover the medicinal properties of  some of the Herbs that can be grown in Marion County.  It will also include how to grow them, their care and how to preserve them. If you’ve ever wondered about Medicinal Herbs, this is the talk for you.  Many of our current chemical medications were originally from Herbs.  The talk include information on what medicinal properties are attributed to Herbs and how and why they were originally used.

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.

There are a multitude of reasons to use Native Plants in your home landscape including easy maintenance and environmental benefits. Join us to discuss information on various native plants you might consider for your yard. In this talk you will have an opportunity to learn about not only the benefits of native plants but also how to plant and care for a variety of plants. You’ll hear about when they flower, and which are good for pollinators. Native plants may be just right for you. This talk will help you decide.

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.

Stormwater ponds are everywhere in Florida. They can be a vital part of the community when heavy rains and tropical weather arrives. However, they can also cause concerns for residents due to pests, weeds, snakes and other wildlife. If managed correctly, they can provide habitat that may not otherwise be available. Join us to learn more about the purpose of storm water ponds and their benefits, & challenges.

Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County. 

Insects are buzzing, flying, crawling and generally enjoying themselves.  Most are beneficial, some are nuisances.  This talk will help you know the difference and how to best discourage those we prefer not to encourage in our gardens.

Most of the bugs we have in our gardens are beneficial to plants.  It is only a small percentage  that harm plants but they can be deadly.  This is the place to learn which bugs are good and which are harmful and how to manage the harmful ones. Linda makes this a fun, entertaining and informative talk.  

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.

This course will discuss wildlife species that are frequently considered to cause nuisance issues and available management techniques. It will focus on invasive and naturalized species including coyotes, black bear, armadillos, and others.

Join the UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Ag & Natural Resource Agent to learn about wildlife, natural resources, and agriculture in Marion County.