Plant of the Month

Soil of the Month

Orange Blossom
Citrus sinensis

The orange blossom was designated State Flower by Concurrent Resolution Nov. 15, 1909 Legislature. It is one of the most fragrant flowers in Florida. Millions of these white flowers perfume the atmosphere throughout central and south Florida during orange blossom time. read more [...]

Manatee Series
hyperthermic Typic Argiaquolls

The Manatee series consists of very deep, very poorly drained, moderately permeable soils in depressions, broad drainage ways, and on flood plains. They formed in sandy and loamy marine sediments. Near the type location, the mean annual air temperature about 73 degrees F., and the mean annual precipitation is about 50 inches. Slope is dominantly less than 1 percent but ranges to 2 percent. read more [...]

Animal of the Month

Bird of the Month

The American Alligator
Alligator mississippiensis

In 1987, the American alligator was designated the official Florida state reptile. Alligators occur in freshwater ponds, lakes, and rivers throughout Florida and are characterized by broad, rounded snouts and dark color. read more [...]

Northern mockingbird
Mimus polyglottos

In 1927, the Mockingbird was designated as the Florida state bird. The Mockingbird is gray with large white patches on its wings and tail and is noted for its singing ability. Mockingbirds may sing for hours and sing throughout the year to defend their feeding territories. read more [...]