Ask the Master Gardeners

Robins are bob bob bobbin' around!

2010-01-24T09:28:00.001-06:00

Have you seen the Robins lately? They seem to be having a feast from all of this wet weather making the worms come up from the soil. Wonder if this means spring is not far off?

We had a great show of flowers last year. Here are some pictures to remind you of what is to come:

We Need More Followers!

2009-11-04T13:01:00.000-06:00

Do you have a special plant you'd like to tell everyone about? Learn something new about gardening? Share it here!! Blogging is a great way to connect. Try it...you might like it!

Daffodil Bulbs for Sale

2009-10-21T13:38:00.000-05:00

(Fortune)

We still have a few varieties of Daffodil bulbs for sale in the Master Gardeners Office. Varieties include (as of 10/21/09): February Gold, Fortune, Soleil D'or, Tete a Tete, and Trevithian. Come by the office and get some for fall planting today!! You might want to call first to see how many are left and ensure someone is here.

Fall Vegetable Gardening Class Rescheduled

2009-09-26T09:55:00.000-05:00

The "Fall Vegetable Planting" workshop has rescheduled for October 15 (Thursday) from 6pm - 8pm. We hope more people will be able to attend. Please call the office to sign up!

Cancellation of September 26 class

2009-09-25T16:32:00.000-05:00

As most of you who were interested know by now, the Fall Planting Class scheduled for Saturday, September 26 has been cancelled. When a new date and time has been established, you will see it here. Stay tuned for more updates....

Fall Vegetable Gardening

2009-09-08T15:58:00.002-05:00

Did you know you can plant a new vegetable garden in the fall? Join us on September 26 for a class and we'll show you how! Contact the Jackson County Master Gardener's Office for more information.

Soil: Nutrients and Types

2009-07-29T15:13:00.004-05:00

Does your lawn look puny? Are your plants stunted? The culprit could be your soil. Soil testing is one of the most over-looked, yet inexpensive methods used to determine which nutrients are lacking, and gives the correct fertilizer ratio to use.

Container Gardening

2009-07-29T14:48:00.006-05:00

Containers are not just for flowers. Grow vegetables on the porch, create a strawberry tower, use unusual and interesting objects to display your favorite landscape plants.

Pest Problems

2009-07-29T14:45:00.003-05:00

Whether the pests are insects, diseases or weeds, we have the solution for you! And we have our own secret weapon: an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) specialist.

Rain Barrels

2009-07-29T14:41:00.003-05:00

Rain barrels are a nifty way to collect rainwater for landscape beds and gardens while conserving water. They are easy and inexpensive to make yourself or can be purchased ready-made.

Vegetable Gardening

2009-07-29T14:09:00.004-05:00

Know your growing seasons in the Florida Panhandle, how to make a garden plan, prepare the beds, when to sow seeds or transplants, cultivate, harvest - and when to start all over again!

Landscape Plants

2009-07-29T13:59:00.005-05:00

The "right plant in the right place" refers to varieties, sunlight, soil, and temperatures, just to name a few.

Seeds: Saving & Starting

2009-07-29T13:57:00.003-05:00

Starting your own transplants is inexpensive, fun, and easy. Heirloom varieties can be traded or purchased from other collectors.

Composting

2009-07-29T13:53:00.002-05:00

We have great information on making composting bins, as well as how to make rich compost.