Sprinkler tune-up!
It’s time for a sprinkler tune-up! With another “dry season” approaching in central FL, it’s time to make sure your sprinkler system is putting water where it’s needed, when it’s needed… So, if you’re… Read More
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Let’s See Your Landscape!
We want to see your landscape! At UF/IFAS Extension, we spend a lot of time looking at landscapes in distress. Pests, disease diagnosis, water issues, mucky ponds, invasive plants, etc. Don’t get me wrong… it’s… Read More
Tampa Bay Community Water-Wise Awards Program – 2020!
Attention gardeners! Landscape designers! Green-industry pros! The annual Tampa Bay Community Water-Wise Awards Program is on the lookout for landscapes that showcase the best in “water-wise” design and maintenance. The annual contest is open to… Read More
Florida-Friendly Landscaping – Scavenger Hunt Activity!
The 9 Principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FFL) can help protect our water, create beautiful neighborhoods, and support awesome wildlife! The FFL Program is all about: putting the “right plants” in the “right place” giving them… Read More
Is Your Landscape Water-Wise?
Is your landscape water-wise? The Tampa Bay Community Water-Wise Awards Program is seeking to recognize landscapes from across the tri-county Tampa Bay* region that showcase the best in “water-wise” design and maintenance. *(includes Pasco, Pinellas,… Read More
April showers…?
What image comes to mind when you hear the term “drought-tolerant plant?” Ugh. Unfortunately, there are a handful of common misconceptions about drought-tolerant landscaping that just won’t go away. Too often, the phrase “drought-tolerant”… Read More
Less water, better landscape
Excessive or inefficient watering of a landscape can be just as harmful as giving too little water. The best Florida-Friendly Landscapes only put water where it’s needed, when it’s needed. Check out these simple tricks… Read More
Sprinkler checkup time!
As we approach the “dry season” here in central FL, you’ll want to be 100% sure your sprinkler system is working properly and putting water where it’s needed. So put on your bathing… Read More