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Celebrating Florida Arbor Day

by Kim Scotto
January 15, 2019

Did you know that Florida has its own Arbor Day, celebrated on the third Friday of January? While the nationwide celebration occurs in late April, many states observe their own Arbor Day at the start of their tree-planting season. In honor of ... READ MORE

Category: Forests, Natural Resources
Tags: Arbor Day, Florida Arbor Day, Forest, Management, School Of Forest Resources & Conservation, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation, Urban Ecology, Urban Forestry

Trait-Based Guidance for Stormwater Pond Plantings

by Basil Iannone
January 12, 2019

What are Stormwater Ponds: Stormwater ponds are common features of urban landscapes. Recently, members of the SHED Group estimated over 95,000 stormwater ponds in Florida. These human-made ecosystems serve a very important function. They capture ... READ MORE

Category: Natural Resources, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Designer Ecosystems, Engineered Ecosystems, Residential Landscape Ecology Lab, Residential Landscapes, School Of Forest Resources & Conservation, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation, SHED, Stormwater, Stormwater Ponds, Urban Ecology

What is Residential Landscape Ecology?

by Basil Iannone
September 27, 2018

What is Residential Landscape Ecology? Recently, I watched what I believe to be a red-shouldered hawk dive into a tree, catch a squirrel, and fly away with another hawk to enjoy their meal. Witnessing this event was amazing. We see these ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Home Landscapes, Invasive Species, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Wildlife
Tags: Designer Ecosystems, Engineered Ecosystems, Landscape Ecology, Neighborhood Ecology, Ornamental Gardens, Residential Landscape Ecology Lab, Residential Landscapes, School Of Forest Resources & Conservation, School Of Forest Resources And Conservation, SFRC, SHED, Urban Ecology

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