Tag: water conservation

Slash Your Water Bill: 3 Ways to Spot Hidden Irrigation Leaks

by Stephanie Means
May 5, 2026

Is your lawn burning a hole in your wallet? Think about this: the average home in Florida uses 991 gallons of water every irrigation cycle! That's like running your dishwasher 50 times or keeping the bathroom faucet running for more than 8 hours...and ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Conserve Water, Irrigation, Lawn Irrigation, Leak, Reclaimed Water, Water Conservation

Healthy Lawns Need This Much Water

by Julia Sirchia
April 30, 2026

Established turf only needs ½ -¾ inch of water per week. Established turf refers to grass that has developed a root system that is usually capable of sustaining itself through natural rainfall, except in extreme environmental conditions ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Tags: Drought, Efficient Irrigation, In Times Of Drought, Irrigation Systems, Lawns, Turf, Water Conservation, Water Restrictions

How to Care for your Landscape During a Drought

by Julia Sirchia
April 30, 2026

The amount of water a plant needs depends on many things. A few factors include the plant type, age and size, the environmental conditions, and soil type. When you do water, aim for deep, infrequent waterings to encourage strong root systems. ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes
Tags: Drought, Efficient Irrigation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscape, In Times Of Drought, Irrigation, Water Conservation, Water Restrictions

Watering Restrictions – Pasco County

by Julia Sirchia
April 30, 2026

Weather conditions this year are already setting records, not only in the state of Florida, but throughout the United States. According to the Southeast Regional Climate Center, the 2025-2026 fall and winter season ranks among the driest on ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Water
Tags: Garden, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, In Times Of Drought, Lawns, Save Water, Water, Water Conservation, Water Restrictions

Ways to Water: Hand watering

by Julia Sirchia
April 24, 2026

What is the go-to way you water your garden? In this series we will explore the importance of watering your plants, or irrigation. There are several methods of watering the garden, one of these methods is hand watering. What is hand watering? Hand ... READ MORE

Category: Crops, Home Landscapes, Horticulture
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Garden, Gardening, Gardens, Handwatering, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Overhead Irrigation, Resilient Landscaping, Saving Water, Smart Irrigation, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water Conservation, Water Wise, Ways To Water

Water Conservation During Drought

by Tia Saracino
April 14, 2026

When it's hot and dry out it is important to think of water conservation. In Florida, more than 50% of our potable water is used for lawns and landscapes in residential housing. The goal is to keep our plants alive, while conserving water. ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Central Florida, Desalinization, Drinking Water, Drought, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Hillsborough, Home Landscapes, Landscape, Lawn, Population, Potable Water, Tampa, Tsilvasy, Water Conservation

Research aims to boost production of blueberries, conserve water

by Mike Loizzo
April 13, 2026

Research in the UF/IFAS soil and water sciences department aims to help Florida’s expanding blueberry operations while also conserving water. Dr. Davie Kadyampakeni, assistant professor of citrus water and nutrient management at the UF/IFAS ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Conservation, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Tags: Archive, Blueberries, Citrus Research And Education Center, Davie Kadyampakeni, Irrigation, Reclaimed Water, Soil And Water Sciences Department, Soil Water And Ecosystem Sciences, Water Conservation

August is National Water Quality Month

by Carolyn Kovacs
April 6, 2026

August is National Water Quality Month, which means it is a great time to learn a little bit about the water in our area and actions we can all take to ensure our waterways are clean and healthy. The Clean Water Act was passed in 1972, ... READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Tags: Florida Sea Grant, Florida Water, Nutrients, Water, Water Conservation, Water Quality

August is National Water Quality Month

by Carolyn Kovacs
April 6, 2026

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, , Water
Tags: Florida Sea Grant, Florida Water, Nutrients, Water, Water Conservation, Water Quality

Exploring Florida’s Natives: Chickasaw Plum

by Julia Sirchia
March 13, 2026

The Chickasaw Plum is another Florida native that will catch your eye. This small, deciduous, multi-branched tree has delicate white blossoms and small, flavorful plums. Let's talk about the origins, growing conditions, and ecological significance ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, Home Landscapes, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: #RightPlantRightPlace, #SaveWaterFL, Central Florida, Community Garden, Community Gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Gardens, Goals, Horticulture, Irrigation, Landscape, Landscaping, Nutrition, Produce, Resilient Landscaping, Right Place, Right Plant, Smart Irrigation, Soil, UF/IFAS Pasco Extension Office, Water Conservation, Water Wise

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