Teaching Thursdays
Teaching Thursdays provide weekly video gardening tips and “how-tos” in our weekly e-newsletter: Life Lived Outside.
Browse the posts below for information to support your gardening efforts and answer your pressing questions.

August Garden Tasks
Even in the hot days of August, there are things to do in the garden. So put on your hat and sunscreen and have some fun!

Making Herb Salts
Extra herbs? Make herb salt, a delicious way to flavor all kinds of food.

Updating Your Front Porch for Fall
Decorating your front porch for fall is a great way to make fall happen in Florida.

Fall and Winter Rose Care in Florida
We’ve got the tips and tricks to take care of roses through the cooler months, which is their favorite kind of weather!

A Fungus Among Us
Rainy season in Florida means we have to watch for fungus in the garden.

Attracting Fireflies to Your Garden
We have tips for creating a habitat in your garden that fireflies will select for their homes.

Summer Activities Checklist
Here’s a list of some fun things to do outside in the summer.

Let’s Water Those Plants
Tips for watering your plants to ensure success. Hint: spraying the leaves isn’t going to cut it.

Growing Roses in Florida
If anyone has told you that roses are too finicky for Florida, think again!


Deadheading: Cleaning Up the Garden
Clean up your plants so they will bloom again by deadheading.

Tips for Planting Spring Flowers
Spring flowers are Mother Nature’s crown jewels, so get your garden growing with our tips.
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