Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
2023-06-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.).
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NOTE: Pick-up of workshop items/giveaways for on-site attendees will be on the date of the workshop or by rescheduling with the workshop presenter. All items must be picked up within 30 days of the date of the workshop. No exceptions.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a non-refundable $5.00 registration fee per household for this workshop. Please be advised, if you or someone in your household or at your address has already attended this workshop or if you reside outside of Hillsborough County, you are not eligible to attend and your registration fee will not be refunded, nor is it transferrable to another party or workshop.
Attending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted.

Re-sodding Your Florida Lawn
2023-06-06 09:00 - 10:30 | ZOOM, United States
Learn how to prepare your yard to re-sod, how to lay the sod and take care of it for success.
Hiring a contractor to re-sod your lawn is expensive and doing it yourself can be expensive and time consuming. Learn how yards should be prepared prior to re-sodding and how to properly lay the sod. Learn what amendments are recommended, how to irrigate new sod, when to fertilize new sod, and other tips for success. We will also introduce you to new water conservation irrigation technology.
Attending a workshop on behalf of another person is not permitted.
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We will conduct this workshop online, via Zoom. No additional software or extra computer skills are necessary – just click to join! ***Registrants will receive an emailed Zoom link to access the Webinar the day before the program. *If you do not receive the ZOOM link, please check your SPAM folder for an email from us. If no link is received, please contact Paula Staples at 813-744-5519 Ext 54142 for assistance.
If you have any questions, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519.
Closed captioned for the hearing impaired.

This or That? Aquatic Plants!
2023-06-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Online Event
Inspired by “This or That? A Beginner’s Guide to Commonly Misidentified Animals and Plants in Florida”, this webinar hopes to make identifying commonly confused aquatic plants easy. Step up your naturalist skills by participating in this lunch-n-learn webinar. Presented by James Stevenson, Education and Outreach Supervisor
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Summer Service Program
2023-06-07 08:00 - 11:00 | Tampa Bay Watch Marine Center, 3000 Pinellas Bayway S., Tierra Verde, FL, 33715, United States
Tampa Bay Watch is offering high school students an opportunity to earn community service hours this summer. The program is scheduled to take place on Wednesday mornings 9 AM – 12 PM from June 7 – July 19 at our facility in Tierra Verde with a maximum of fifteen volunteers per project. The minimum age to participate is 15 years old. Examples of projects include assisting with native plantings, oyster shell recycling, cleaning fishing line, and coastal cleanups.
Interested students should email rarndt@tampabaywatch.org with a cell phone number and the dates they’d like to participate.

Talk Plants with Me
2023-06-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2023-07-13 11:30 - 12:30 | Online Event
Ask a Horticulture Agent Webinar!
Submit your questions to our Horticulture Agent for live Q&A. We will talk about hot topics in the plant world and may have a few guests join us along the way.
The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact Katie Granberg, katiebg@ufl.edu, (941) 722-4524 x 1815 at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
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Native Trees: A Major Keystone to Life
2023-06-10 10:00 - 23:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Pinellas County, 12520 Ulmerton Road, Largo
Do you know what keystone plant species are and what role they play? Did you know that just a few native keystone plant species support most moths and butterfly larva, and the largest group of keystone plant species are categorized as trees?
Join our special guest speaker Zack Pitchford, owner of Wilcox Nursery as he presents the importance of native trees in our landscapes and how homeowners and commercial property owners can strategically implement keystone trees into their landscapes. We will dissect the who, what, when, where and how of keystone trees so that you know how to incorporate more trees into your landscape big or small! Zack will also bring some native trees for show and tell.
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This or That? Vines!
2023-06-13 12:00 - 13:30 | Online Event
Inspired by “This or That? A Beginner’s Guide to Commonly Misidentified Animals and Plants in Florida”, this webinar hopes to make identifying similar climbing plants easy. Step up your naturalist skills by participating in this lunch-n-learn webinar. Presented by James Stevenson, Education and Outreach Supervisor
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Pinellas’ Native Orchids
2023-06-14 14:00 - 15:00 | ZOOM, United States
Orchids are one of the most successful of the families of flowering plants. This means there are thousands of different species found all over the world. This class will explore the wild orchids of Central Florida, their identification and ecology. You will be surprised to learn where and how our native orchids survive in our state! This class is not about growing orchids at home. Recommended for adults and children over 12.
Presented by James Stevenson, Education and Outreach Supervisor
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Edible Landscaping
2023-06-15 10:00 - 11:00 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Learn how to grow vegetables, herbs, fruits and other foods in a Florida-Friendly way!
Learn to select varieties of edibles to plant in your landscape that grow well in Florida in a way that conserves water, builds soil, and reduces pesticide use. This class is for gardeners interested in expanding their own edible landscapes, with information about creating a backyard garden that delivers fresh food in an affordable, sustainable way. Participants who attend in person will receive starts of a variety of plants that may include pineapple, papaya, banana, pigeon peas, sweet potato, tropical spinach and turmeric.
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If you have any questions, please contact the UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County at (813) 744-5519.
***The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and listening devices, please contact: Tia Silvasy, tsilvasy@ufl.edu, 813-744-5519 Ext. 54145, at least 1 week in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

This or That? Plants!
2023-06-20 12:00 - 13:30 | ZOOM, United States
Inspired by “This or That? A Beginner’s Guide to Commonly Misidentified Animals and Plants in Florida”, this webinar hopes to make identifying similar plants easy. Step up your naturalist skills by participating in this lunch-n-learn webinar.
Presented by James Stevenson, Education and Outreach Supervisor
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Safety Harbor Garden Club Meeting
2023-06-21 09:00 - 10:00 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
There’s a lot to learn about gardening. This group presents educational programs on a variety of gardening topics. For more info, go to https://www.dafetyharborgardenclubsafetyharborflorida.com/events

Composting with Worms
2023-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Find out how to use red wiggler worms to turn your food scraps other waste into compost! Worm bins for sale after the class!
Now you can compost even if you live in an apartment, condo or mobile home! Worm bins are easily maintained indoors with no mess or smell.
Workshop is $5 but after the class you’ll have an opportunity to purchase a worm composter for the special discount rate of $69.00 plus tax. (Cash or check only.)
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Regrow Your Veggies Workshop
2023-06-25 10:00 - 11:30 | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve Classroom, 1101 COUNTRY CLUB WY S, St. Petersburg, FL, 33705, United States
Save money and time by sustainably regrowing your own produce!
Get step-by-step directions on how to regrow delicious vegetables in your kitchen.

Ages: 12 & up | Cost: $5 Preregistration required by June 24.

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Snakes of Southwest Florida
2023-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Learn all about common snakes of Southwest Florida!

LOCATION: UF/IFAS Extension Manatee County Office, Rogers Auditorium
Want to find out more about these interesting and often misunderstood reptiles? You’ll learn which ones you’re most likely to see in your SW Florida yard and how to distinguish between venomous and non-venomous snakes.
Please email special accommodation requests to katiebg@ufl.edu at least 10 days prior to event.
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Cicadas: Florida’s Heat Bugs
2023-06-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, 1800 Weedon Drive NE, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
Discover the life, habits, songs, and fun facts about these widespread (& loud) insects.
Discover the life, habits, songs and fun facts about these widespread (& loud) insects. If weather permits, we will also go outside to try to listen for them!
This program will take place inside the auditorium of the Weedon Island Preserve Cultural and Natural History Center, but will also go outside briefly to observe wild insects. This program is recommended for adults and youth ages 8 and up.
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Landscaping Tips for the Rainy Season
2023-06-30 11:30 - 12:30 | ZOOM, United States
The rainy season is upon us and our landscapes have to adjust from dry to wet weather. Join us to learn how to keep your landscape and the environment healthy during the rainy season. We will present easy water conservation practices, such as sprinkler system check-ups, the use of microirrigation and how to reduce runoff from your landscape by incorporating rain gardens and collecting rainwater. Rain barrels will be available at a discounted price for workshop participants residing in Pinellas County.
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Composting Workshop
2023-07-01 08:30 - 09:30 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Composting – learn how to turn trash into treasure!
Learn how to put your everyday food waste and organic materials to work for you! Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a compost bin, compost bucket and thermometer after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.) Please arrive 15 minutes before the program starts.
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Microirrigation Workshop
2023-07-01 09:30 - 11:00 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Learn how to save water when watering your garden.
Learn how you can have healthy and attractive landscape beds while conserving water. This irrigation method not only conserves water, but is not limited by current water restrictions as is traditional in-ground irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive a microirrigation kit after attending the workshop. (Limit 1 kit per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.)
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Rainwater Harvesting Workshop
2023-07-01 11:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Extension, Hillsborough County, 5339 County Road 579, Seffner, FL, 33584, United States
Harvest some of that rain to help in your garden!
Learn how to collect rainwater for ornamental plant irrigation while reducing erosion and stormwater runoff, and the use of non-potable water for irrigation. Hillsborough County and City of Tampa residents/employees will receive one 45-55 gallon plastic food-grade barrel after attending the workshop. (1 per household and the representative of the household must be an adult.).
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Talk Plants with Me
2023-07-06 11:30 - 12:00 | ZOOM, United States
Ask a Horticulture Agent Webinar!
Submit your questions to our Horticulture Agent for live Q&A. We will talk about hot topics in the plant world and may have a few guests join us along the way.
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Vegetable Gardening
2023-07-07 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
A beginner’s guide to vegetable gardening in Florida!
Join us for Vegetable Gardening! In this two-hour workshop, we will be covering basic vegetable gardening in Central Florida. Topics include planting seasons, variety selections, cultivation techniques, fertilizer, and more. For more information, please contact, Mack Lessig, at (941) 722-4521 ext.1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu.
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Uncommon Edibles
2023-07-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Palma Sola Botanical Park, 9800 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton, FL, 34209, United States
Learn about uncommon fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices!
Join experts from UF/IFAS Extension and the Manatee Rare Fruit Council to discover some of the lesser known edible plants that can be a successful addition to your garden or landscape. Attendees will tour the fruit tree orchard and participate in a planting activity.
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Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
2023-07-14 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Let us answer all of your insect and pest questions!
Do you want to learn more about pest and beneficial insects? During this 2-hour class we’ll cover insect life cycles, managements, identification, and more. For more information, please contact Mack Lessig at (941) 722-4524 ext. 1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu.
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Dooryard Citrus Workshop
2023-07-18 11:30 - 13:30 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Join UF/IFAS Extension for a workshop on selection, planting and care of your dooryard citrus!
Join UF/IFAS Extension for a workshop on selection, planting and care of your dooryard citrus. Citrus greening left many individuals concerned about growing citrus at home, now with the UF developed Sugar Belle variety, you can feel confident in growing.
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Veggie Influenza
2023-07-21 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Be prepared for veggie flu season by getting a shot of information!
This workshop is designed to educate the casual gardener about some of the most common vegetable diseases in Florida and in Manatee County. In this roughly two hour class, participants will learn the basic biology of pathogenic organisms, how to identify common disease symptoms, and acquire some basic disease management skills. This workshop is not designed for professional landscapers or pesticide applicators.
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Silent Sentinels: The Trees that Outlive Us
2023-07-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Palma Sola Botanical Garden, 9800 17th Avenue Northwest, Bradenton, FL, 34209, United States
Learn about long lived trees, their history, cultural significance and how we can manage for their care in urban environments.
Join UF/IFAS Extension to learn about long lived trees, their history, cultural significance and how we can manage for their care in urban environments.
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Salt Tolerant Plants & Irrigating with Reclaimed Water
2023-07-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Online Event
Learn which plants are salt tolerant and what to know when irrigating with reclaimed water.
Valrie Massey Program Assistant will host the webinar. Learn how to choose Salt Tolerant Plants appropriate for your landscape location and irrigation source.
Contact: Valrie (941) 722-4524 ext:1829 or vmassey@ufl.edu for further class information.
Minimum class size is required or class will be postponed. All those that register will be notified if postponed.
This class satisfies the landscape educational class requirement for the Manatee County Outdoor Water Conservation Rebate Program. For further information on the program, please contact: Tina 941-792-8811, Ext. 5327 or tina.moutoux@mymanatee.org
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Plant Food 101
2023-07-28 10:00 - 12:00 | UF/IFAS Manatee County Extension, 1303 17th Street West, Palmetto, FL, 34221, United States
Join us for Plant Food 101! Come find out what plants need to grow.
Join us for Plant Food 101! In this two-hour workshop, we will covering basic plant nutrition. Learn about the role that nitrogen, potassium, and other elements play within a plant. For more information, please contact, Mack Lessig, at (941) 722-4524 ext.1821 or mlessig@ufl.edu.
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Native Plant Garden Maintenance
2023-07-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Lettuce Lake Conservation Park, 6920 East Fletcher Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33637, United States
This program is led by the Suncoast Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society’s Joel Jackson and Tina Patterson and supported by Tampa Audubon. Bring your own gloves and hand tools. Park fee of $2 per vehicle (up to eight people) park entry fee applies.
