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Learn about growing fruit trees and shrubs in Chipley Oct. 5

The UF/IFAS Extension Washington County office in Chipley is hosting a free workshop on growing fruit trees and shrubs in Northwest Florida from 9 – 11 a.m. Oct. 5, 2024. Class will be in the East Classroom of the Extension Office located at 1424 Jackson Ave Suite A Chipley, FL 32428 Right Plant Right Place is the #1 Florida-Friendly Landscaping Principle and is key to successfully growing fruiting plants in your Northwest Florida garden. Chill hours, cross-pollination, self-pollination, soil pH,...

The benefits of native American beautyberry

When beautyberries start producing their eye-catching, bright purple fruit, we start to get lots of questions. People want to know what it is, where can they find it, and can they eat it? While the berries look good enough to eat, it’s best to leave them to the birds and deer. They are not toxic and were used by Native Americans for a root tea to treat fevers, stomach aches, malaria, and more, but the taste has been described as...

Lecture on prescribed burning in Grayton Beach Sept. 4

The Walton County Master Gardeners are set to resume their lecture series this September, promising sessions filled with expert insights, practical tips, and a vibrant exchange of ideas for both new and seasoned gardeners. The first lecture will take place on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Walton County South Extension Office at 70 Logan Lane, Grayton Beach. The Florida Forest Service will deliver a lecture on controlled burns, a vital practice for maintaining healthy forests and...

Home and garden show in DeFuniak Springs Aug. 24

Home and garden show in DeFuniak Springs Aug. 24 The Walton County Fair Association is hosting their fall DeFuniak Springs Home and Garden show at the fairgrounds on Sat., Aug. 24, 2024 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. The event will feature local craft artisans, artists, plants and garden supplies, apparel and accessories, and food trucks. Pet adoptions on site. Free entry to all. Open rain or shine. The Walton County Fairgrounds is located at 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak...

Planting for pollinators workshop in Chipley July 13

The UF/IFAS Extension Washington County office in Chipley is hosting a free workshop on planting for pollinators in Chipley from 9 – 11 a.m. July 13, 2024. All classes will be in the East Classroom of the Extension Office located at 1424 Jackson Ave Suite A Chipley, FL 32428 Learn how to identify native pollinators and how to attract them to your landscape by incorporating plants pollinators love! Attendees will also learn how they can participate in the Great Southeastern...

It’s blueberry picking time in Northwest Florida

Where to find local sweet blueberries to pick or purchase  June and July is the time of year to head out and find tasty Florida blueberries. In addition to a great topping for cereal or salads, blueberry pancakes, muffins and coffee cakes are also a popular homemade treat for blueberry lovers. Many locals take advantage of the local pick-your-own farms and stock up by purchasing berries by the gallon from local growers. Since the fruit freezes well, many buy in...

Enjoy sunflowers for a good cause all summer long

Ted Foret, owner of Tree House Flowers (Tree House Farms) has been busy planting more than 28 million sunflower seeds of more than a dozen varieties. Using the method of succession planting, Foret hopes to harvest acres of sunflowers throughout the entire summer at his farm near the Choctawhatchee River. Some of the flowers will be sold to area markets, along with Foret offering flowers to individuals who would like to come and clip their own. Profits from the sales...