New to Central Florida Gardening
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New to Central Florida Gardening

Aug

24

August 24, 2026

UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Auditorium, 🇺🇸

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About This Event

New to Central Florida Gardening is an event taking place on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Auditorium in Ocala.

What to Expect

  • Discussion on gardening in Florida’s sandy soils
  • Learn scientifically proven processes for successfully growing plants and managing your landscape
  • Receive tools to start your gardening journey
  • Includes a tour of the Extension Demonstration Gardens
  • Covers irrigation management

Who Should Attend

This session is for new residents and newcomers to Central Florida who love to garden or would like to manage their landscape, especially those finding Florida’s soil challenging.

Practical Information

  • The cost is $5.00 per person.
  • The session is 3 hours long.
  • Refunds are available up to 3 days before the event.

Topics

Central Florida gardening sandy soils Florida Friendly Landscaping plant growth irrigation management