Tag: Tree damage

July 23: Get storm-ready at UF/IFAS workshop for HOA leaders, arborists, landscape industry, homeowners

by Lourdes Mederos
July 13, 2026

One poorly maintained tree can cause thousands of dollars in damage during a hurricane, leaving homes and neighborhoods devastated. On July 23, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is hosting “Be ... READ MORE

Category: Blog Community, , Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research
Tags: Arborist, Commercial Landscape, Disaster Preparation, HOA, Homeowners, Horticultural Sciences, Hurricane, Hurricane Impacts, Hurricane Preparedness, Hurricane Ready, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Landscape Management, News, Nurseries, Residential Tree Trimming, Severe Weather, Storm Damage, Tree Damage, Tree Trimming, Trees, UF-IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension Miami-Dade County, University Of Florida

Dry Weather has Long Term Effect on Trees

by Larry Williams
May 1, 2026

We’ve experienced an “Extreme” to “Exceptional” drought throughout North Florida during March and April this spring. This can result in many hidden, long-term effects on our trees. Food for a tree is sugar produced by the leaves. ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Drought, Irrigation, Panhandle Gardening, Tree Damage, Watering

Is your landscape ready for a major storm? UF experts provide top tips to maintain a resilient landscape

by Lourdes Mederos
September 10, 2025

Hurricane season is part of life in Florida, but the damage isn’t limited to roofs and windows. Trees, lawns and landscapes also can take a major hit that may lead to costly repairs. After hurricanes Milton and Helene in 2024, residential ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Disaster Preparation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Home Management, Lawn, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Work & Life
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