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Preserving Tomatoes
PRESERVING TOMATOES Dr. Leonard Perry, Horticulture Professor University of Vermont Got tomatoes? Maybe you have too many tomatoes, and wonder how to possibly use them all. Consider making tomato sauce with excess ones from your garden, or buy a bulk box for this purpose from a local grower. Tomatoes and sauce can be canned, or…
Read MoreGreat Day Trip Cedar Key with the Villages of Citrus Hills
Great Day Trip Cedar Key with the Villages of Citrus Hills With all of its unique shops and restaurants, as well as plenty of great history and wildlife attractions, Cedar Key contains all of the amenities of a great tourist town without all of the tourists! This once-small fishing village has gradually turned itself into…
Read MoreGrow Healthy Lawns with Less Nitrogen
GROW HEALTHY LAWNS WITH LESS NITROGEN Dr. Leonard Perry, Horticulture Professor University of Vermont Most know nitrogen is important for growth and good quality lawns, even if just from watching television commercials. But if some nitrogen is good, more is not necessarily better. Nitrogen is one of the main fertilizer elements, the percent in a…
Read MoreFort Island Gulf Beach: Beautiful, Close, and Free!
Fort Island Gulf Beach: Beautiful, Close, and Free! One of the best remedies for the end of summer blues is to visit a local attraction that just so happens to be stunningly beautiful, close to home, and completely free of charge. That place is known as Fort Island Gulf Beach! Located at the end of…
Read MorePerennial Plant Feature Fall Asters
PERENNIAL PLANT FEATURE FALL ASTERS Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont There are many reasons to use fall-blooming asters in landscapes. There is much variety in this large group of hardy perennials, coming in various heights and showy flower colors. You’ll find selections in all shades of red, pink, purple, white, and even…
Read MoreDay Trip to Ozello
Day Trip to Ozello Right here in Citrus County we have a rural 9-mile stretch of road known as the Ozello Trail…and, to those who travel it, it is stunning. This little section of Citrus County offers locals the perfect combination of water and land in a perfectly natural environment. You simply will not believe…
Read MoreOur Waterways Make Life Special at Callawassie Island
Our Waterways Make Life Special Living and Playing on the Water Cross the causeway to Callawassie Island and you’re sure to agree: The beauty of the Lowcountry begins with its waterways. Winding rivers and creeks, vast stretches of salt-marsh, and the daily swing of high and low tides encourage you to draw a deep breath…
Read MorePrime Fishing Near Citrus Hills
Prime Fishing Near Citrus Hills Prime Fishing Near Citrus Hills One of the greatest assets of the Nature Coast area is that there are endless opportunities for fishing. Living in the Villages of Citrus Hills you are in close proximity to all of these options, which is a dream come true for anglers of all…
Read MoreDay Trip to Dunnellon: The Treasure of the Nature Coast
Day Trip to Dunnellon: The Treasure of the Nature Coast Commonly referred to as “The Treasure of the Nature Coast,” Dunnellon is located just over 20 minutes north of the Villages of Citrus Hills. Because it is located right on the Rainbow and Withlacoochee Rivers, Dunnellon offers exciting water activities, and there is also plenty…
Read MoreKingsmill: Every Day is a Vacation
This gated residential and resort community stretches along more than three miles of the James River, a majestic waterway perfect for boating and fishing or just enjoying lovely views along the shore. Located in an historic Virginia area, close to Busch Gardens and Colonial Williamsburg, lies Kingsmill on the James.
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