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These items are available for purchase at the Marion County Extension Service. We currently do not offer online services or shipping. Please contact our office to check availability.

 

 


Marion County Master Gardener: Gardening Guide and Journal

A must have for anyone who gardens in Marion County, this 76-page book is broken down into seven chapters, each representing a calendar month. Chapters contain monthly tips and a gardening notes section, in addition to Marion-friendly gardening information covering a variety of topics, including plants that grow well in Marion County, lawn care, pruning, growing vegetables and herbs, attracting wildlife, and pest management.

Published by the Marion County Master Gardeners. Books are available in the Master Gardener Plant Clinic.

Price: $15.00
(tax included)

 

 


 


14 oz. Terra Cotta Flower Pot Mug

Unique mugs make great gifts! These mugs are dishwasher and microwave safe. Comes embellished with Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ logo in yellow letters and a pink Cone flower (A Florida-native flower). Proceeds help fund the promotion of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and the water cistern project for the County Extension Service Banquet Hall.

Price: $6.95
(+ tax)

 

 

 


 


Flower Pot Mug: Tea Gift package

Gift package contains: 14 oz. terra cotta mug (embellished with Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ logo in yellow letters and a pink Cone flower), 2 oz. wildflower honey (produced locally), Biscotti, variety of herb tea bags, Dove chocolates, Nabisco Lornadoone cookies, Florida-Friendly Landscape principles brochures, and gift card. Proceeds help fund the promotion of Florida-Friendly landscaping™ and the water cistern project for the County Extension Service Banquet Hall.

Price: $12.95
(+ tax)

 

 


 


Flower Pot Mug: Garden Gift package

Perfect gift for gardening enthusiast! Gift package contains: 14 oz. terra cotta mug (embellished with Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ logo in yellow letters and a pink Cone flower), set of gardening gloves, water-flow regulator (fits on the end of a hose, measures water output), rain gauge, flower seed packet (Coreopsis - Florida state wildflower), Florida-Friendly Landscape principles brochures, a Water Matters pencil, and gift card. Proceeds help fund the promotion of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and the water cistern project for the County Extension Service Banquet Hall.

Price: $16.95
(+ tax)

 

 


 

Simply Florida cookbook

Simply Florida: A Taste of Flavors from the Sunshine State cookbook

Known as the Sunshine State, Florida offers unique flavors from seashore to panhandle. In addition to succulent citrus, the state also offers a bounty of other home-grown edible treasures. Simply Florida celebrates all that is Florida food: sun-ripened fruits, fabulous beef, the freshest seafood, and farm-fresh vegetables. Florida enjoys a rich joining of cultures, which combine to create a cuisine that exemplifies American regional cooking. Some Florida favorites include Grouper Parmesan, Spicy Mango and Avocado Salad, and Citrus Marinated Tomato Salad over Steak.

Price: $20.00
(tax included)

 


 


Munchy Adventures: Youth Project Book

Based on the USDA MyPyramid, this beautifully illustrated 40-page activity book is designed to help youth ages 8-10 learn the basics of proper nutrition and fitness by introducing them to simple lifestyle practices.

Chef Nicky, the fruit and vegetable loving guinea pig, guides youth on a journey to becoming healthy and fit through five fun-filled chapters:

Chapter 1: MyPyramid - explores the five food groups and oils

Chapter 2: Fuel Up - looks at daily energy needs

Chapter 3: Fill Up Your Tank - learning how much to eat daily

Chapter 4: Nutrition Facts - an exploration of the building blocks that make up food

Chapter 5: The Ultimate Challenge - works like a game board, putting together the concepts learned.

A complimentary 40-page Leader/Helper's Guide is available online free of charge. This guide contains answer keys, general dietary guidance, suggestions for assisting youth in successfully completing the project, and activity tips for working with groups of youth. To order Munchy Adventures online, visit the IFAS Online Bookstore.


Price: $2.00

(Note: for Florida county 4-H departments or bulk orders of 25+, cost is $1.50 ea. For such orders, please use the project order form.)

 


 


Melaleuca Mulch

Melaleuca mulch is an environmentally-friendly alternative to cypress mulch. Its naturally termite-resistant and nematode free. The mulch is part of an eradication program helping to eliminate this non-native, highly invasive tree in South Florida. One 2 cu. ft. bag covers: 12 Sq. Ft. at 2" depth, 8 Sq. Ft. at 3" depth, or 6 Sq. Ft. at 4" depth. more...

Available in:
Melaleuca varieties

Price: $3.25
(tax included)

 

 


 

Rain Barrel

Rain Barrel

Rain barrels save and store nutrient-rich rain water, are environmentally friendly, and easy to install. Barrels come pre-drilled and include hardware (spigot and over-flow) and a copy of the Rain Barrel guide. Sizes and shapes vary depending on availability. Barrels do not come pre-painted. more...


Price: $55.00
(tax included)

 

 


 

Micro-irrigation Starter Kit

Micro-Irrigation Starter Kit

Save water, time and money! Commonly referred to as 'drip irrigation,' these systems are easy to install and offer a variety of benefits for you, your plants and the environment. more...

Kit includes:

  • 1- 50' 1/2" poly-max hose
  • 1 - Back-flow prevention valve
  • 1 - hose fitting
  • 1 - Tee fitting
  • 1 - Coupling
  • 5 - Stake assemblies (with orange half-circle misters)
  • 1 - Hole punch
  • 4 - Goof plugs
  • 2 - End fitters
  • 5 - Bonus misters


Price: $25.00
(tax included)

 

 


 


Micro-Irrigation Automatic Water Timer

Simple to set-up, this programable water timer allows you to set the watering times for your micro irrigation system and leave without having to worry about when you need to water your plants or remembering to turn the system off. Requires one 9 volt battery.

 


Price: $28.00
(tax included)

 

 


 

Water Meter

WaterWatch Garden Hose Flow Meter

Meter attaches to a garden hose, lawn sprinkler, or sprayer and measures the water used in gallons. Made of durable, high-impact ABS and stainless steel. Guaranteed for 2 years.

 


Price: $4.00
(tax included)

 

 


 


WaterWatch 'Rain Hose' Meter

Now you can see exactly how much water you’re using while watering your plants! Rain hose sprayer comes with a water meter built right in, helping you conserve water by showing how much you use. Made from impact-resistant polymers, so it should hold up for a while too.

 

 


Price: $7.00
(tax included)

 

 


 


WaterWatch 8-Pattern Spray Meter

Now you can see exactly how much water you’re using while watering your plants! Sprayer comes with a water meter built right in, helping you conserve water by showing how much you use. Sprayer head has eight different water-spraying patterns: flat, mist, soaker, cone, jet, angled, shower, and full. Made from impact-resistant polymers, so it should hold up for a while too.

 

 


Price: $9.00
(tax included)

 

 


 


5 oz. 4-H Dog Treats

Animal lovers looking for a tasty treat for their dogs need look no further. 4-H is now offering a variety of dog treats as part of a fundrasier to support the local 4-H program. Dog treats are 100% made in the USA and come in three delectable flavors:

Peanut Butter & Honey (contains no wheat)

Cheddar Cheese (contains no wheat or corn)

Cheese & Bacon

As part of a fundraiser, 50% of the proceeds goes toward supporting the Marion County 4-H youth program. For questions or bulk orders, please contact the 4-H office at 352-671-8413.


Price: $4.00
(tax included)

  


 


12 oz. Pure Local Honey - Sweet Deal!

In addition to its great taste, local honey contains lots of vitamins and minerals and is known for having numerous health benefits, including the relief of allergies, especially the wild-flower varieties. Honey comes in easy-to-use squeezable bottles and is available in to flavors: Orange Blossom and Wild Flower. Best of all, 100% of the profits goes to the local United Way. For more information or bulk orders, please call call 671-8400.


Price: $4.00
(tax included)

 

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