TAMPA – Hillsborough County Extension Service will host classes this month explaining how to grow native plants, conserve water, improve credit scores, manage yard pests and explore forests.
Extension experts provide research-based programs to help residents conserve natural resources, strengthen financial knowledge and build practical skills.
Many programs are beginner-friendly and open to residents across the county.
The programs listed below highlight a portion of Extension Service offerings available throughout November. Advance registration is required for most classes. Call 813-744-5519 or visit the Extension Service Calendar of Events at https://sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/events/?location=hillsborough.
Gardening and Landscaping
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping Workshop Series: Mulch & Attract Wildlife, in-person Nov. 4
- Native Plant Gardening in Central Florida, virtual Nov. 4
- Composting Workshop, in-person Nov. 7
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping Workshop Series: Manage Yard Pests Responsibly, in-person Nov. 18
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping Workshop Series: Recycle Yard Waste, in-person Nov. 25
Water Conservation and Sustainable Living
- Microirrigation Workshop, in-person Nov. 7
- Rainwater Harvesting Workshop, in-person Nov. 7
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping Webinar Series: Protect the Waterfront, virtual Nov. 19
Natural Resources and Agriculture
- Meet Your Forest: Tree and Fungi Walk and Talk, in-person Nov. 10
Financial Education
- Credit Reports and Scores Webinar, virtual Nov. 4
- One-on-one financial education appointments, available throughout November
- Financial Building Blocks online class, self-paced throughout November
Professional Development and Industry Training
- Aquatic Exam Prep (ProHort), in-person Nov. 10
- UF/IFAS Extension Nursery Grower Update, in-person Nov. 12
- Wet N’ Wild: Recognition & Management of Aquatic & Natural Area Pest Plants (ProHort), in-person Nov. 20
