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Homeowners, contractors differ in their perceptions of artificial turf as lawns

by Brad Buck
May 5, 2026

Artificial turf may not be a common sight in Florida yards, but a new University of Florida survey shows some homeowners are warming up to the idea. The appeal is simple: less mowing, less irrigation and far less time spent wrestling with lawn ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Agricultural Education And Communication, Artificial Landscape, Center For Land Use Efficiency, Claire Lewis, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, FNGLA, Gravel, Green Industry, Laura Warner, Mowing, Mulch, Non-plant Landscapes, Right Tree; Right Place, Rocks, Synthetic Turf

Are Rock Yards Florida-Friendly?

by Tia Saracino
November 24, 2021

A Rock Yard is Not Florida-Friendly Rocks increase heat and can stress plants and increase plant pests and disease. They are usually imported from other states. Rocks do not support Florida's wildlife, including bees, butterflies, birds and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Florida Friendly Landscape, Florida-Friendly Landscapes, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gravel, Groundcover, Ocextension, Rock Yard, Rocks, Stones, Sustainable Landscapes, Turf Alternatives

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