Disaster Information

An “active to extremely active” hurricane season is predicted this year. Prepare now to have a plan in place. More...

Want to be a Master Gardener?

To receive information about the Master Gardener Volunteer Training Classes, please send an e-mail to the Master Gardner Coordinator with your local street address and telephone number. ... More

Fertilizer "Black Out" Period begins soon.

Orange County has a Fertilizer "Black Out" Period from June 1st to September 30th. Only homeowners who have completed this online educational program and satisfactorily complete this quiz may apply fertilizer to the landscape during the Fertilizer "Black Out" Period.

Lovebugs --- THEY'RE BACK!!!

May and September are Lovebug seasons. Learn more about this nuisance insect and what you can do about them. More...

Urban Irrigation Tool

You've heard us say not to water when it's not needed. Now we give you a tool to figure out exactly when to water. More...

Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference August 2-4

Educating Enterpreneurs to Strengthen Local Food Systems.The Conference will be useful and important to small farmers, allied industry representatives, researchers, educators,   More...

Managing in Tough Times

Follow these guidelines for successful money management during these tough financial times. More...

Planning Your Landscape

Water conservation can be especially easy if you design it into your landscape from the start. More...

Saving Money

Saving money seems simple, but setting money aside can be difficult in practice. Here are our tips. More...

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™

Florida-friendly landscapes are all about using "Right Plant in the Right Place" to use less water and fertilizer, which also means less money. More...

Mobile Plant Clinic

The Mobile Plant Clinic is a scaled down version of the UF-IFAS Extension in Orange County Plant Clinic. We answer homeowner questions about landscape and garden challenges. We cconduct pH tests on soil samples provided by homeowners. We have free UF/IFAS publications available that cover a range of topics such as turf selection, weed management, vegetable/herb/butterfly gardening, native plant selection and Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ practices. Send e-mail to receive information about scheduling the Mobile Plant Clinic for your next HOA, block party event or other public venue.

Credit Scores & Reports

Tracking your credit scores and reports lets you keep on top of your credit history and any bad credit you may have. More...

Water Your Lawn Wisely

Did you remember to set your irrigation controller to water up twice a week now that we are in Eastern Standard Time? Did you check your irrigation system to see if it needs some adjustment? Are you applying 3/4" - 1" of water per week? More...

Reclaimed Water FAQ

Unlike "grey water," reclaimed water has been treated and has many uses. Is it safe for the vegetable garden? Read question #10 in this FAQ. More...

Florida Vegetable Garden Guide

Are you using the best varieties of vegetables that grow well in Florida? Check out this listing on pages 9-11. Also includes the Orange County Warm Season/Cool Season Planting Charts. Get the Guide...

Get Involved with 4-H

Join a 4-H club, or volunteer with us! Volunteers are the key to providing 4-H programs for youth. More...