December News

RIDDLE

You bury me when I’m alive and dig me up when I die.  What am I?
A Plant of course!! 


OFFICIALLY NON-PROFIT

We are officially a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.  We rely on your purchases and donations of time, talent and treasure to fulfill  our mission of encouraging edible landscapes and employing citizens with special needs.


 

PERSIMMON FESTIVAL

We had almost 200 people come out and enjoy the educational talks, tastings, and activities. Thanks to all and we are looking forward to next year’s event the 1st Sunday in Nov. 2023.


HOLIDAY HOURS

Open - Dec. 23rd and 30th.   Closed - Dec. 24th and 31st

Gratitude.  As the year closes, we want to thank all of you who have supported the farm this past year! We have completed our transition to a Non-profit and are excited to move forward this year with our mission of providing plants and education to our North Florida community and our commitment to employing a marginalized population as part of our staff.


FARM MANAGER

On a sad note, our farm manager Amanda Van Der Eems is leaving us to be full time caregiver for her father. We offer a heartfelt Thank You to Amanda for her service as farm manager. We are currently looking for someone to fill this void. If you or someone you know might be interested, please reach out at info@eatyouryardjax.org.


WINTER GARDEN TO DO LIST!

  • Pre-bloom application of fertilizer to your citrus Jan/Feb.

  • Continue to enjoy and plant cool weather crops. Potatoes around mid Feb. 

  • Trim your fruit trees in late Jan. to early Feb. 

  • For more information see IFAS/UF Pruning