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UF study: Native plants outperform non-native species for growth and floral abundance


October 15, 2024

If you want more reasons to plant native species, here’s new evidence from University of Florida research: Native plants outperform non-native ones in growth and floral abundance, thriving better under both full and partial irrigation. That ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS
Tags: Bloom, Department Of Entomology And Nematology, Ecology, Florida-friendly Plants, Growth, Irrigation, Joanna Silva, Native Plants, Non-native Plants, North Florida Research And Education Center, Plant Science Research And Education Unit, Pollinators, Rachel Mallinger

Reimagining new home construction landscapes, backed by science


May 2, 2023

UF/IFAS researchers have partnered with award-winning land developers in Central Florida to study the benefits of landscapes that move away from traditional turf lawns and instead incorporate drought-tolerant plants native to Florida. Studying ... READ MORE

Category: HOME LANDSCAPES, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Extension, UF/IFAS Research, Water, Wildlife
Tags: Center For Land Use Efficiency, Compost, Native Plants, School Of Forest Fisheries And Geomatics Sciences, Soil Health, Turf Alternatives, UF/IFAS Extension Lake County, UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County, Urban Ecology, Urban Landscape Ecology, Water Conservation, Water Quality, Water Resources

UF Study: Wildflowers on Golf Courses Help Pollinators, Save Resources


November 19, 2019

A new study from the University of Florida/IFAS shows that planting wildflowers on golf courses not only benefits pollinating insects but also saves time and resources. “Putting wildflowers on golf courses to help pollinators isn’t a ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Pests & Disease, Turf, UF/IFAS Research, Water
Tags: Adam Dale, Entomology And Nematology, Golf, Native Plants, News

2020 Plant Trends Head Off the Beaten Garden Path


November 19, 2019

Expect to see more eco-conscious and unconventional plants in homes and gardens for 2020, according to horticultural experts with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. Below are some of the hottest trends ... READ MORE

Category: Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Fruits & Vegetables, HOME LANDSCAPES, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Beth Bolles, Escambia County, Karen Stauderman, Kate Rotindo, Leon County, Marguerite Beckford, Mark Tancig, Master Gardener Volunteer Program, Native Plants, News, Pinellas County, Plant Trends, Sarasota County, St. Lucie County, Theresa Badurek, Volusia County, Wendy Wilber

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