Amanda Gorney, Author at Florida Food & Farm

What to plant in September in Florida

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Sep 2, 2017 | Farm, Featured

Inspired by the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences’ infographic “Edibles to Plant in September,” we decided to highlight everything on the list that starts from seed and is growing in September. The edibles listed below are zoned statewide. If you’re in the Southern region, pay close attention to the radish section — sorry, but not for you this month. The Northern region isn’t seeding cucumbers this month, and if you live in the Northern or Central Region, you need to refrain from planting okra or peas. Edibles to plant from seeds this month Beans: Bush, Lima and...

Fairs and Festivals in September around Florida

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Sep 1, 2017 | Events, Featured

The month of September marks the official countdown for the cooler, crisper weather that Fall brings. Fall marks our favorite time of the year to get outside, explore the great outdoors, start a garden, and get back to harvesting fresh. Looking for something to new to try? Great news, because we have some amazing restaurant deals to help get you excited about dining out! From North-side to South-side, East Coast to West Coast, no matter where you are in Florida there’s something to interest anyone within the month of September. What are your favorite fairs and festivals in September?...

Florida Fairs and Festivals in August

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Aug 18, 2017 | Events, Featured

Although the month of August brings hot temperatures, it’s also the month where some great Florida Fairs and Festivals take place.

Happenings this Weekend

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Aug 3, 2017 | Events, Featured |

Want to find Local Florida Events that help support our local food growers and producers? From farm tours, workshops, dinners, dining, festivals, and fairs-we have just the event for you!

What to Plant in August in Florida?

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Jul 30, 2017 | Farm, Featured

This article highlights what to plant in August from seed around the state of Florida. It is separated further by zone regions.

Happenings this Week

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Jun 25, 2017 | Events, Featured |

Want to find Local Florida Events that help support our local food growers and producers? From farm tours, workshops, dinners, dining, festivals, and fairs-we have just the event for you!

Why you should be careful about invasive species?

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Jun 21, 2017 | Farm, Featured

Invasive species harm local flora and cause a variety of other problems. The melaleuca produces flowers that cause respiratory trouble in some.

5 Smart Reasons to Choose Container Gardening

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Jun 19, 2017 | Farm, Featured

Week 14 of my Florida Master Gardener Program continued with the tropical-fruit theme, but we also spent plenty of time discussing container gardening.

Poisonous Plants, Snakes and Critters in Florida to Watch Out For

Posted by Amanda Gorney | Jun 15, 2017 | Farm, Featured

Do you know the difference between poisonous plants in Florida and non-poisonous plants? What about snakes — can you tell the difference between venomous snakes and non-venomous ones?

Author: Amanda Gorney

What to plant in September in Florida

Fairs and Festivals in September around Florida

Florida Fairs and Festivals in August

Happenings this Weekend

What to Plant in August in Florida?

Happenings this Week

Why you should be careful about invasive species?

5 Smart Reasons to Choose Container Gardening

Poisonous Plants, Snakes and Critters in Florida to Watch Out For

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