Poinsettia

Poinsettias at a Glance

Sydney Park Brown

Thriving Beyond the Season: A Guide to Growing 5 Common Holiday Plants

Clarissa Chairez

With the December holidays here, many people may gift or receive “festive” holiday plants. In Florida, these plants can grow well beyond the holiday months! Learn about 5 commonly gifted plants and how to grow them year-round here in the Sunshine State. Christmas Cactus This plant gets its name from its colorful showy blooms in […]

Plants for Gardening or Gift Giving During the Holiday Season

Olivia Zugay

Written by Samantha Walter-Cano, Edited by Olivia Zugay With the holiday season in full swing, there are many ways to incorporate gardening into your holiday festivities. One of the most common ways is to use holiday plants as house/garden décor or even gift-giving. Surprisingly, Florida’s climate is suitable for many popular holiday plants. The important […]

BEWARE THAT WHOLE FAMILY…of Poisonous Plants!

Duval MGV

Poisonous Plants in and Around Your Florida Home. Disclaimer. The following information is intended for use in Duval County.  Florida is a diverse state with different growing conditions. If you garden outside of Northeast Florida, check with your local UF/IFAS Extensions agent for assistance. As the nights draw in, we turn out thoughts to the […]