A microclimate is a difference in conditions in a particular area. A tree, fence, lake, hill, or house can create unique microclimates in your garden.
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By Andre the Farmer, Permaculture Life
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6/26/22
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Because growing food indoors is increasingly popular – whether you’re gardening at home or producing tomatoes on an indoor farm -- a University of Florida scientist is studying which fruits and vegetables can flourish inside.
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From UF/IFAS
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5/26/22
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Living in Florida allows us to grow some of my favorite fruits right at home. I can’t describe to you in words how much better a home-grown mango tastes than a store-bought one.
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By Andre the Farmer
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5/25/22
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I celebrated Earth Day at the Central Florida Earth Day Festival at Lake Eola in Orlando (on Saturday, April 23rd). It was an amazing event. Although no one told me it was vegan. But that's another story.
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By Andre the Farmer, aka Dr. Andre Baptiste
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4/27/22
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Permaculture is simply working with nature instead of working against it. An example of working with nature is knowing your microclimates, and by that, I mean understanding the growing conditions and how they differ on your property.
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By Andre the Farmer
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3/28/22
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For the green thumbs and garden-dreamers alike, every month we'll highlight a UF / IFAS feature plant that deserves a spotlight in Florida-friendly gardening.
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Madeline Iyer, University of Florida (UF), Institute of Food and Agriculture Sciences
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1/10/22
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Fall weather is assuredly here, and many of you will be looking forward to spending more time in that wonderful outdoor space - your backyard. Before you start planning your new outdoor furniture or …
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By Allen Brown
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11/7/21
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etting your dream yard is going to require a little work on your part, but the rewards are worth the efforts and as you’ll see, even the smallest changes can have a big impact. Follow each of the five simple tips below and you’ll be enjoying your yard all season long.
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3/29/16
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