Gardening with Fruit Trees: Tropics in the Subtropics Part 2

Gardening with Fruit Trees: Tropics in the Subtropics Part 2

Let's dive deeper into growing tropical fruit trees in subtropical climates at Gardening with Fruit Trees: Tropics in the Subtropics Part 2!

By UF/IFAS Ext. Putnam County Horticulture

Date and time

Monday, May 5 · 3 - 5pm EDT

Location

UF/IFAS Extension Putnam Co Auditorium

111 Yelvington Road East Palatka, FL 32131

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours

Gardening with Fruit Trees: Tropics in the Subtropics Part 2

Join us for Gardening with Fruit Trees: Tropics in the Subtropics Part 2! In this session, we’ll explore how to grow banana, pineapple guava (Feijoa), avocado, and Jamaican cherry (Strawberry tree). Learn about plant selection, cold protection, soil considerations, and care practices tailored for North Florida’s climate.

Ticket
$15 for just the class and learning materials

Add-On Options:
Enhance your tropical garden with these plant options:

  • Gran Nain Banana – 2 for $15
  • Strawberry Tree/Jamaican Cherry (6”) – $15
  • Feijoa Pineapple Guava (1 gal) – $10

Important Information:

  • Accessibility: The University of Florida is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. For disability accommodations such as sign language interpreters and alternate formats of written material, please contact Julio Perez at pjulio@ufl.edu or 386-329-0318 at least 10 days in advance. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.
  • Registration & Refunds: Ticket sales will close 24 hours before the start of the program. Refunds and cancellations must be requested and processed 48 hours before the program date.

Reserve your spot today and learn how to cultivate these delicious tropical fruits in your own backyard!

Organized by

 The UF/IFAS Ext. Putnam Co Residential and Commercial Horticulture program interprets and disseminates science-based information to clients, helping them solve problems related to agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, and water.  

 The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension is a partnership between state, federal, and county governments to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public. Our mission is to o provide high-quality, relevant education and research-based expertise to foster healthy people, healthy environments and healthy communities.

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$15