This collection contains events related to all things Florida-Friendly. Join us for tips to support pollinators, save water outdoors, create a sustainable landscape, and much more!
Events in this collection
Native Plants to Love
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00 AM
Free
Ready, Set, Conserve: Rain Barrels
Sat, Jul 18, 9:30 AM
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Rain Gardens 101: Simple Solutions for Stormwater
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00 AM
Free
Lunch & Learn: What's Bugging Your Garden?
Tue, Aug 11, 12:00 PM
Free
Ready, Set, Conserve: Rain Barrels
Tue, Aug 25, 5:30 PM
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Start Your Own Herb Garden
Fri, Sep 11, 10:00 AM
Free
Starting a Wildflower Garden
Tue, Oct 6, 5:30 PM
Free
Lunch & Learn: A Florida-Friendly Garden for the Senses
Tue, Nov 10, 12:00 PM
Free
Palm Tree Talk & Walk
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00 AM
Free
Pollinators and Their Havens: A DIY Workshop
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00 AM
Free
Gardening for Wildlife
Mon, Jun 8, 10:00 AM
Free
Love Your Shoreline & Protect Your Water the Florida-Friendly Way
Tue, May 19, 5:30 PM
Free
Lunch & Learn: Microirrigation for Home Landscapes
Tue, May 12, 12:00 PM
Free
Colorful Shrubs
Mon, May 11, 10:00 AM
Free
Growing Blueberries in Your Central Florida Yard
Mon, Apr 13, 10:00 AM
Free
Drought-Tough & Florida-Friendly Plants
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00 AM
Free
Introduction to Florida Urban Agriculture 2026
Thu, Apr 9, 5:30 PM
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Smart Landscape Design for Florida-Friendly Living
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00 AM
Free
Growing Tropical Fruit in Your Central Florida Yard
Discover the power of research-based learning with UF/IFAS Extension Polk County by following our Eventbrite page.We offer a wide range of programs designed to enhance your life, home, and community, such as:Natural Resources and Conservation programs covering urban forestry, invasive species, and aquatic ecosystemsResidential Horticulture, including lawngrass management, beneficial insects, and the Master Gardener programFlorida-Friendly Landscaping program with a focus on drought-tolerant options and waterfront protectionFamily and Consumer Science topics like chronic disease management and healthy eatingSmall Farms programs cover practices such as beekeeping and backyard poultry and livestockPesticide applicators can access license testing, CEU classes, and exam prep coursesFollow our page and stay up-to-date on our diverse offerings!UF/IFAS Extension Polk County is a partnership between the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) and the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. UF/IFAS Extension is an Equal Opportunity Institution.
