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What to Know About Landscaping With A Septic System

by Duval MGV
September 10, 2026

Conventional septic systems have been widely used in the US since the 1940s. In Florida, nearly 1 in 3 households depends on a septic system. UF/IFAS researchers estimate more than 2.5 million systems are in use across the state. Duval County ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn
Tags: Best Practices, Drain Field, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Landscaping, Leach Field, Septic Field, Septic System

Nearly half of global septic systems work inadequately; UF scientist urges safety in wake of climate change

by Brad Buck
September 12, 2022

Nearly one-fourth of the world’s wastewater comes from residential septic systems, according to the United Nations. But only 48% of such systems adequately treat wastewater. The most common type of septic system includes the tank and a ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: Climate Change, Gulf Coast Research And Education Center, Hurricane Season, Leach Field, Low-lying Areas, Mary Lusk, Pathogens, Public Health, Saturation, Septic System, Septic Tank, Soil Water And Ecosystem Sciences, Wastewater

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