UF/IFAS: September-October Edition of the New Leaf Newsletter

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"When the world wearies and society fails to satisfy, there is always the garden" Minnie Aumonier (English artist and poet)

Fall will bring much needed rain and temperatures will drop. Due to the drought and extreme heat, it has been a brutal summer for plants, and the results are all around us.

Fall begins September 22nd at 2:19 pm, and the days are already getting shorter. Many plants respond to the shorter days by flowering, producing fruit or going to seed, and preparing for dormancy. Others, like cool season weeds, are just coming to life. This is a transition time for plants. It’s also a great time to make landscape changes. Now that cooler weather is here, it’s time to reclaim the landscape. Get busy!!

What can I do in the fall vegetable garden

If you're new to fall vegetable gardening in northeast Florida, you might be wondering what we're doing this time of year. From harvesting, planning and preparing beds, to starting seeds and planting, we're doing a little bit of everything in our demonstration garden. Read on to find out more about what you can do.

Getting your fall garden ready: What to do with the cover crop?

Perhaps you've read about how beneficial cover crops can be for building your vegetable garden soil in the off season and planted one over the summer. Now it's time to get the fall garden going, and you're wondering what to do with the cover crop. You're not alone! Read on for great information how to prepare for fall gardening.

Planting for pollinators in the shade

Typically, a sunny area is the best choice for establishing pollinator gardens, which can leave those with shady yards feeling overlooked. But don't worry! You may be amazed to find that there are plenty of plants that can entice pollinators in both partially shaded and fully shaded gardens. Read on to find more information about pollinator gardening in the shade

Fight invasive plants with sterile varieties

Many invasive plants are still sold by nurseries, and the average consumer has no idea that they may be planting a Category I invasive in their flowerbed. However, plant breeders have developed sterile varieties to combat this problem.Read on to find out more information

Be on the lookout (B.O.L.O) for these invasive insects

With Florida being a major import/export/ transportation hub, there is an average of 15 new introductions of invasive species each year in our state. Recently two insects that have been spotted in Georgia that we need to be on the lookout for. Read on to find out more information

What to plant in September - October

The Gardening Calendar gives North Florida gardeners a guide for what to plant and do in their gardens. It includes links to useful gardening websites, all based on University of Florida research and expertise.

What to Plant in September and October

Upcoming Events

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Wednesday September 24th at 12 pm a program on Soil blocking for seed starting at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Ave. Would you like to minimize use of plastic in your gardening endeavors? Are you interested in creating the healthiest environment you can for your seeds and seedlings? Are you interested in learning a new gardening technique? Then join us for this lunch-time class on learning how to make soil blocks to start seeds instead of using containers. The cost is $10.00. Register via Eventbrite

Wednesday September 24th at 12 pm a program on DIY your lawn care at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Ave. Level up your lawn game with expert advice at this DIY Your Lawn Care class! Learn about applying fertilizer and controlling weeds. Learn about pH, fertility, soil testing, fertilizer application, common weeds, pre-emerge herbicides, and selecting herbicides for your lawn. The cost is $5.04. Register via Eventbrite

Thursday September 25th at 4 pm a program online or in person on Living on a few acres: Cattle for the small farmer at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Ave. Join us for an informative session on Cattle for small farms. Come learn how to incorporate cattle into your small farm. Topics will include: nutrition, stocking rate, reproduction, health, and market factors. The cost is $12.51. Register via Eventbrite

Thursday September 30th at 2 pm a program on Backyard Hen Training at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Ave. This class is necessary for you to get your hen permit in Duval County, You will receive a certificate of completion that you present to the city to receive your permit. The cost is $12.51. Register via Eventbrite

Monday, October 6^th at 12 pm a program online or in person on Gardening with native plants- so far from boring at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Ave Join us to celebrate Florida Native Plant Month (October) and learn about native FL plants that you can incorporate into your own landscape. The cost is Free. Register via Eventbrite

Monday October 13^h at 1:15 pm a program on Transitioning to a Florida Friendly Landscape boring at the Southeast Regional Library at 10599 Deerwood Park Blvd. Discover simple ways to establish a healthy and sustainable landscape by following the 9 Principles of Florida Friendly Landscaping. The cost is free. Register via Eventbrite

Saturday October 18^th at 9:00 am Join us for the Urban Demonstration Garden Open House at the Urban Demonstration Garden at 1032 Superior St. Come see what crops we are growing and harvesting in October! Take home a seeds and a garden rock. The cost is $5.00. Register via Eventbrite

Monday October 20^th at noon for a program on Native plants for native pollinators at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Avenue, and online via zoom. Native plants are a hot topic right now, and since October is Florida Native Plant Month, let's dive in! During this engaging lunch and learn lecture, discover the link between native plants and pollinators. The cost is free. Register via Eventbrite

Friday October 24th at 10 am a program on Learning how to grow your own strawberries- and take home plants at the UF/IFAS Duval County Extension Office located at 1010 N. McDuff Avenue. Learn everything you need to know to grow strawberries in your northeast Florida Garden.. The cost is $17.85. Register via Eventbrite

For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations that wish to attend any Extension events, please contact your local UF/IFAS Extension Office (TDD, via Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771) at least ten working days prior to the class so that proper consideration may be given to the request. UF/IFAS Extension is an Equal Opportunity Institution.

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