7-12-2022 "Right Plant, Right Place" - Florida-Friendly Landscaping

34043 State Road 54,Wesley Chapel FL 33543

12 July, 2022

Description

What you do in your landscape matters. From the fertilizers you apply, to the water you use, your gardening choices can have an impact on land, water, wildlife, and the overall well-being of Florida’s residents. This presentation focuses on matching Florida-Friendly landscape plants to the local conditions of your yard for a more successful landscape. The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program is here to help you learn how to have healthy and beautiful landscapes that protect Florida’s natural resources by following nine science-based principles: Right Plant, Right PlaceWater EfficientlyFertilize AppropriatelyMulchAttract WildlifeManage Yard Pests ResponsiblyRecycle Yard WasteReduce Stormwater RunoffProtect the Waterfront A Florida-friendly landscape can be designed to look the way you want, fit the aesthetics of your community, and suit your lifestyle, while being environmentally sustainable. Join us to learn how! This lecture is presented by UF/IFAS Extension Pasco County staff in coordination with Master Gardener volunteers.