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Whether you’re tired of mowing, dealing with shady spots where a lawn will not grow, or just want a low-growing plant for the landscape, groundcovers might be the solution you are looking for! Join us in this episode to find our some of our favorite groundcovers for central Florida yards. Sources for Show Notes:   Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:   https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/   In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]   Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/    Groundcovers: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/groundcovers/ Florida peperomia (Peperomia obtusifolia) https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/houseplants/florida-peperomia/ FFL Plant Guide: https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/resources/apps/plant-guide/ FFL Lawn Ornaments (Groundcovers): https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/sarasotaco/2023/10/05/embracing-lawn-ornaments-a-starter-guide/ Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

Join us in this episode as we tale a closer look at trees with  interesting bark.  Whether you’re designing a landscape or just love trees, you’ll come away seeing bark in a whole new way! Sources for this Episode: Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:   https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Bark Appeal https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/bark-appeal/   River Birch https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/river-birch/  Betula nigra: River Birch https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST094  Crapemyrtle https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/crapemyrtle/  Lagerstroemia indica: Crapemyrtle https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST342  Platanus occidentalis: Sycamore https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST484  Ceiba speciosa: Silk-Floss Tree https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST162  Chinese Elm https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/chinese-elm/  Ulmus parvifolia: Chinese Elm https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST652  Winged Elm https://ffl.ifas.ufl.edu/butterflies/browse/Details/395  Live Oak https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/live-oaks/  Quercus virginiana: Southern Live Oak https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST564  Chickasaw Plum https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/trees-and-shrubs/trees/chickasaw-plum/  Prunus angustifolia: Chickasaw Plum https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/ST504  Lichen podcast episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lichen/id1724213516?i=1000640669411   Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.   

Join us in this episode to hear some of the frequent questions our plant clinic has received from central Florida gardeners.  Sources for Show Notes:    Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:   https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Fertilizing Your Florida Lawn https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/fertilizer/fertilizing-the-lawn/  General Recommendations for Fertilization of Turfgrasses on Florida Soils https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/LH014  Planting Your Florida Lawn https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/lawns/maintenance-and-care/planting-your-florida-lawn/  Preparing to Plant a Florida Lawn https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/LH012  Basketgrass, A Common Landscape Weed https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2018/09/28/basketgrass-a-common-landscape-weed/  Tomatoes https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/tomatoes/  Florida Vegetable Gardening Guide https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/VH021  Your Florida Lawn in Winter https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/lawns/maintenance-and-care/your-florida-lawn-in-winter/  Wildflowers For All Seasons https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/wildflowers-for-all-seasons/   Wildflowers in the Garden https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/wildflowers-in-the-garden/     Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.   

Join us in this episode to learn about which garden tasks can make a big difference in the appearance of your landscape. Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/      Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening   Color in Landscape: Finding Inspiration for a Color Theme: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP425  Choosing and Installing Mulches: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/mulch/  Florida-Friendly Mulches and Their Uses: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP626  Quick Tips on Hand-Weeding in Your Florida-Friendly Yard: https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2023/07/14/quick-tips-on-hand-weeding-in-your-florida-friendly-yard/  Trimming and Pruning Trees:  https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pruning/pruning-and-maintaining-trees/  Trimming and Pruning Shrubs and Hedges: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pruning/pruning-shrubs-and-hedges/  Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

While fall in central Florida may not bring the dramatic color changes seen in other parts of the country, that doesn't mean it lacks seasonal beauty. Join us in this episode to learn about plants that bloom in the fall and plants whose foliage fits right into that classic fall color palette right here in central Florida. We also talk about tips on using natural items for your fall decor. Sources for Show Notes:  Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/      Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening   Wildflowers for the Central Florida Home Garden: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/media/sfylifasufledu/orange/hort-res/docs/pdf/County-Fact-Sheet---Wildflowers.pdf  Vegetable Gardening in Florida: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/vegetable-gardening-in-florida/   Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

Are you considering adding fruit trees to your central Florida yard? There are so many varieties of fruit trees from temperate to tropical that it’s hard to know what will grow here. Join us in today’s episode to learn about what fruit trees can be grown in central Florida yards. Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/      Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening   USDA Hardiness Zone Map: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/  Mango: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG216  Papaya: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG054  Lychee: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG051  Banana: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG040  Link to YouTube, Growing Bananas in Your Central Florida Landscape: https://youtu.be/kdX-zPQCwag?si=CvS79gvDJHhaL_FP  Citrus: https://crec.ifas.ufl.edu/home-citrus/   Citrus: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/fruits/citrus/  Peach: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/fruits/peaches/  Mulberry: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/fruits/mulberry/   Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

Do you have a favorite fragrant plant? Looking to add more fragrance to your landscape? Join us to find out about bringing fragrance into your landscape with plants. Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/      Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening   Fragrance Gardens https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/design/types-of-gardens/fragrance-gardens/  Fragrant Houseplants https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/houseplants/fragrant-houseplants/  Fifty Fragrant Plants For Florida Landscapes https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/brevardco/2020/04/07/fifty-fragrant-plants-for-florida-landscapes/  The Strongest Sense https://sites.psu.edu/sml6791/2022/04/28/the-strongest-sense/  Physiological Effects of a Garden Plant Smellscape from the Perspective of Perceptual Interaction https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10048905/  Insect Odorscapes: From Plant Volatiles to Natural Olfactory Scenes https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31427985/   "Fragrantly Florida-Friendly": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdGkitsNvp8  Sensory gardens: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/design/types-of-gardens/sensory-gardens/  Find all of the plants mentioned in today’s episode by searching for the plant name on Gardening Solutions: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/    Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

Houseplants are popular, but they aren’t always easy to grow. In this episode, we’ll share tips for keeping your houseplants healthy and help you get started with indoor gardening. Sources for Show Notes:    Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening  Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants List: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants Houseplants Light Requirements and Selecting Appropriate Plants: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/pdf/houseplant-list.pdf Light for Houseplants: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/houseplants/light-for-houseplants/   Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.

Ready to add a splash of color to your central Florida yard! Join us as we highlight summer flowers that thrive in the heat, attract pollinators, and keep your landscape vibrant all season long. Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/      Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening20 Easy Wildflowers to Grow: https://flawildflowers.org/resources/pdfs/Publications/20EasyWildflowers.pdf  Gardening with Perennials in Florida https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG035 Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.  

Join us for A Gardener’s Story, a special bonus episode where we sit down with a UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer who’s dedicating their time and expertise to help our communities thrive. Stay tuned as we dig into the inspiring story of Betty, a Master Gardener Volunteer with UF/IFAS Extension.    Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:     https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/    Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-master-gardener-program/     Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

In this episode, we’re diving into how to grow the herbs you’ll actually use—and how to make the most of them in the kitchen. From choosing the right herbs for Central Florida gardens to cooking tips and health benefits, we’ve got your herb questions covered! Sources for Show Notes:   Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/   In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]   Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Herbs in the Florida Garden https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/vegetables/herbs/  Herbs: A Series of Helpful Fact Sheets https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2021/05/04/herbs-a-series-of-helpful-fact-sheets/  Homemade Potting Mix https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/homemade-potting-mix/  Advanced Seed Starting (info on scarification) https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/planting/advanced-seed-starting/  Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to You?  https://ourbloodinstitute.org/blood-matters/cilantro-tastes-like-soap/     Why Does Cilantro Taste Like Soap to Some People? https://www.britannica.com/story/why-does-cilantro-taste-like-soap-to-some-people     Clinical Efficacy and Tolerability of Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) in Psychological Well-Being: A Review https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11510126/  Shopping for Health: Herbs and Spices https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/FS225   National Herb Day: 1st Saturday in May   National More Herbs, Less Salt Day: Aug 29  Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.

Insects—whether pests or garden helpers—are an essential part of gardening in central Florida. This episode explores how a toolbox approach can help manage insect issues effectively and keep your garden thriving.  Sources for Show Notes:    Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida Yard page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Landscape Pests App  https://pest.ifas.ufl.edu/  Landscape Integrated Pest Management https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/in109   Different Pests Cause Different Damage https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/different-pests-different-damage.html   Plant Pests https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/   Natural Pest and Disease Management https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/natural-pest-and-disease-management.html   Soaps, Detergents, and Pest Management https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/care/pests-and-diseases/pests/management/soaps-detergents-and-pest-management.html  Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

Join us for A Gardener’s Story, a special bonus episode where we sit down with a UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer who’s dedicating their time and expertise to help our communities thrive. Stay tuned as we dig into the inspiring story of Celia, a Master Gardener Volunteer with UF/IFAS Extension.    Sources for Show Notes:     Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/     In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]     Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/    Florida Master Gardener Volunteer Program: https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/lawn-and-garden/florida-master-gardener-program/     Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

What is No Mow March? Well, it’s a movement encouraging homeowners to put their lawnmowers away for the month of March. The idea is to let your lawn grow naturally, which provides a temporary refuge for pollinators like bees and butterflies. Join us to learn more about No Mow March in today's episode!  Sources for Show Notes:    Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:    https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida page https://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     No Mow March:  https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/escambia/lawn-and-garden/no-mow-march/    Making a pollinator hotel fact sheet: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/ljqwghsmys0yxu8sefuw8/AEGEZ5ECiF0PeBOEgN7Tz7o/Creating%20a%20Pollinator%20Hotel.pdf?rlkey=z8hlixi5091pnf8xuovsc3psp&e=1&dl=0    Attracting Native Bees to Your Florida Landscape: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/IN1255    Plants for Pollinators: https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/bee-plants/   Support Florida’s Pollinators All Year Long https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/polkco/2024/06/21/support-floridas-pollinators-all-year-long/  Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio. 

In this episode we explore edible plants that not only thrive in our unique climate but also align with Florida-Friendly Landscaping principles.   Sources for Show Notes:    Find your local UF/IFAS Extension office:   https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/find-your-local-office/    In Polk County, contact the Plant Clinic at 863-519-1041, [email protected]    Your Central Florida pagehttps://centralfloridayard.substack.com/     Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PolkGardening Growing Seminole pumpkins in your central Florida landscape:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBZkytmJazU Florida’s Edible Native Plants:https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/floridas-edible-native-plants/ Edible Landscaping Using the Nine FFL Principles: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/EP594 Edible Plants:https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/edibles/ Selecting a Citrus Tree:https://crec.ifas.ufl.edu/home-citrus/selecting-a-citrus-tree/ Landscape Design Principles:https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG086 Blueberry Gardener's Guidehttps://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/MG359   Podcast introduction and closing music: "Green Beans" by Big Score Audio.