We learned all about stormwater in my last blog. I ended that blog with a little cliff hanger saying I would talk about how we can do our part to keep stormwater free from pollutants and reduce the amount of stormwater we create in this blog. ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesAs the adage goes: “When it rains, it pours.” As Lara’s adage goes: “When it pours, it floods.” Fortunately for us, we have lots of inconspicuous storm drains along our roadways to help prevent flooding. I’d be willing to bet you ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesMany of us have heard the term “carbon footprint” when talking about climate change and resource use. But what about other resources like water or energy? The concept is the same! All of the water you use in a year is your “water footprint.” ... READ MORE
Category: Work & LifeSeasonal Reclaimed Water Restrictions Take Effect on October 1 in Pinellas County Seasonal reclaimed water restrictions go into effect on Monday, October 1st, and run through Friday, November 30. Due to supply fluctuation and the ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water, Work & LifeFlorida - The Land of Flowers Ponce de Leon named Florida in 1512. "La Florida," he called this land, Spanish for flowery, covered with flowers, or abounding in flowers. Yet our landscapes of today are mostly green masses of foreign lawns, ... READ MORE
Category: , Conservation, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, Invasive Species, Lawn, Water, Wildlife, Work & LifeBUS TOUR Hop abord a 33-passenger bus to tour two incredible facilities supporting water resources in Pinellas County and learn from Environmental Management staff about the work they do to help keep our waters safe. ... READ MORE
Category: , Natural ResourcesThe Florida 4-H State Council is proud to be continuing the State Service Project – “Living in Florida’s Environment.” (more…) READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersAs I look around it would be impossible to know I’m in Florida by looking at the landscape plants. Nearly all of the plants used in our old-style landscapes are from somewhere else (exotic) like China, Asia, India, Japan, Brazil, Mexico, Australia, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Work & LifeJune 1st is not only the start of hurricane season, but also the beginning of the fertilizer blackout period in Pinellas County. Pinellas County's fertilizer ordinance regulates the sale and use of fertilizer containing nitrogen or phosphorus ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Water, Work & LifeRain. It happens. Especially in Florida. We are known as the “Sunshine State”, but we might be better off being called the “Umbrella State” as we have an average of 54.5 inches of rain a year. This rain doesn’t come all at once, nor ... READ MORE
Category: Natural Resources, Work & Life